4 Marks of the Church

What are the Four Marks of the Church?

• Love, Peace, Unity, and Joy

• One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic

• Faith, Hope, Charity, and Mercy

• Scripture, Tradition, Sacraments, and Saints

Why is the Church One?

• Because it has different beliefs in different places

• Because it was founded by different people

• Because it is united in faith, worship, and leadership under Christ.

• Because all Catholics speak the same language

What does it mean that the Church is Holy?

• The Church is holy because of the Holy Spirit’s presence.

• The Church has never made mistakes.

• The Pope and bishops are holy.

• Because all members are Holy.

What does the word Catholic mean?

• Sacred

• Religious

• Holy

• Universal

Why is the Church called Apostolic?

• Because only the clergy (Pope, bishops, and priests) continue Christ’s mission.

• Because it continues the mission of Jesus, handed down through the Apostles.

• Because it was founded by the Apostles but no longer follows their teachings

• Because only the Pope and bishops spread the faith.

The Church is One because (a)   is the head and we are all members.

The Church is Holy because the (a)   is present in it.

The Church is (a)   because it is for all people, everywhere.

The Church is Apostolic because it is built upon the foundation of the (a)   .

Draw a symbol of the any mark of the Church.