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 ________ is the head and we are all members.

The Church is Holy because the __________ is present in it.

The Church is ______ because it is for all people, everywhere.

The Church is Apostolic because it is built upon the foundation of the _________.

Draw a symbol of the any mark of the Church.