Christian Practices: The Future & Church Community (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A: Christianity): Flashcards
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What is currently the world’s largest religion?
Christianity is currently the world’s largest religion.
Define missionary.
A missionary is a person who goes on a religious mission to promote Christianity abroad.
True or False?
In the 2021 census of England and Wales, more than half of the population described themselves as Christian.
False.
In 2021, for the first time, less than half of the population (46.2%) described themselves as Christian, down from 59.3%.
Many Pentecostal Christians worship in modern churches that are more like _________ venues than traditional churches.
Many Pentecostal Christians worship in modern churches that are more like concert venues than traditional churches.
How have some Christians responded to the decline in religion?
Some Christians have changed the way they worship and connect with followers, for example through technology and social media, to attract new and younger followers.
Which disciple began converting people around Palestine after Jesus’ death?
Saint Peter began converting people in the area around Palestine, following Jesus’ instructions to spread his teachings.
Define evangelical work.
Evangelical work is the spreading of faith by missionaries.
True or False?
Christianity is currently spreading rapidly in Europe.
False.
Christianity has been the largest faith in Europe for a long time, so its spread there is slow. Growth is rapid in South America and Africa.
What does the Christian charity Tear Fund do?
Tear Fund works through Church groups to help the poor in many countries, giving emergency aid after natural disasters and running long-term projects for local communities.
How does Open Doors support persecuted Christians?
Open Doors distributes Bibles, gives practical support, raises awareness of their situation and trains Christians and Church leaders to deal with trauma.
What is the Alpha course?
Alpha is an example of evangelism in Britain: a course that introduces Christianity to people interested in learning about it, through discussions.
Define Great Commission.
The Great Commission is the direct instruction Jesus gave to his disciples to spread his teachings.
"Go into all the world and preach the _______ to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptised will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned" (Mark 16:15-16).
"Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptised will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned" (Mark 16:15-16).
Why do some conservative and evangelical Christians support missionary work today?
They believe Christians have a duty to follow Jesus’ instructions and should share their religion so that as many people as possible can experience God’s grace.
Why do many liberal Christians reject missionary work?
Many liberal Christians think trying to convert others can be a form of discrimination in a multicultural society. They believe it is better to show love by accepting people’s religious choices.
What is the main function of a local church?
The main function of a local church is to be a place where people go to worship, through services or private prayer.
Define parish.
A parish is an area that has its own church and clergy.
True or False?
Today, the local church’s main role in society is to share news and information.
False.
Historically, the local church was where people shared key messages and information. Nowadays, it brings people together and unites them within communities.
"For where ________________ gather in my name, there I am with them" (Matthew 18:20).
"For where two or three gather in my name, there I am with them" (Matthew 18:20).
Which rites of passage can take place in a local church?
Rites of passage in a local church include baptism, marriage and funerals.
Why is the local church community important to an individual believer?
It gives an individual support and comfort, advice from a person with religious authority, and a sense of identity and belonging.
Define outreach work.
Outreach work is putting faith into action by intentionally reaching out to help and serve others in practical ways.
What practical help might a parish church give people in need?
A parish church might run food banks and homeless shelters, give temporary financial support or offer relationship advice to couples.
True or False?
Street pastors care for people inside church buildings during the day.
False.
Street pastors go out onto the streets at night to care for people in need and those at risk of harm.
How does the Salvation Army help people in the local community?
The Salvation Army sets up food kitchens, organises toy collections at Christmas, runs affordable nurseries and provides addiction support.
The Salvation Army follows the biblical teaching to "Love your ____________ as yourself" (Mark 12:31).
The Salvation Army follows the biblical teaching to "Love your neighbour as yourself" (Mark 12:31).
Why do Christians believe they have a duty to help others in their community?
Christians believe Jesus taught the importance of helping others who are less fortunate: "For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat" (Matthew 25:35-36).
Define ecumenism.
Ecumenism is a movement towards unity between churches.
What does the World Council of Churches hold each year?
Each year, the World Council of Churches holds a week of prayer devoted to Christian unity.
Why do many Christians see Jesus as the ultimate example of reconciliation?
Christians believe Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection healed the broken relationship between God and humanity.
Define reconciliation.
Reconciliation is the process of bringing together people who are opposed to one another.
What is the World Council of Churches?
The World Council of Churches is a worldwide inter-Church organisation, dating from 1948, that works for peace and tries to bring people together.
True or False?
Christians believe Jesus’ teachings alone reconciled humans to God.
False.
Christians believe Jesus’ death and resurrection reconciled humans to God, restoring the relationship that sin had broken.
Ray Davey founded Corrymeela in 1965 because of growing tensions between Protestant and __________ communities in Northern Ireland.
Ray Davey founded Corrymeela in 1965 because of growing tensions between Protestant and Catholic communities in Northern Ireland.
How does Corrymeela promote reconciliation?
Corrymeela offers a safe space where people from different communities can meet and build relationships, and it works with schools, churches and community groups.
What does it mean for Christians to face persecution?
It means Christians cannot practise their religion freely and safely.
True or False?
The persecution of Christians ended after the early days of the Church.
False.
Persecution began in the earliest days, such as under the Roman Emperor Nero in the 1st century, and continues today, for example in some communist countries.
How do some Christians respond to persecution?
Some Christians support those who suffer persecution or try to educate the persecutors.
Define agape.
Agape is the unconditional love that Jesus encourages.
What does loving your neighbour mean for Christians?
For Christians, loving your neighbour means helping anybody in need, no matter who they are.
"It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a _______ than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God" (Matthew 19:24).
"It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God" (Matthew 19:24).
What does the Parable of the Sheep and Goats teach about helping others?
It teaches that a life worthy of Heaven must involve actively helping people in need, because helping anyone is the same as helping Jesus.
How do Christians differ over how much to give to charity?
Some Christians tithe, giving a set amount of their salary (normally 10%), while others believe there is no set amount and give what they can afford.
True or False?
Christians help those in need only by giving money to charities.
False.
Some Christians work with organisations like Christian Aid to actively help those in need, while others take part in fundraising events.
What does Christian Aid aim to do?
Christian Aid works all over the world to try to eradicate poverty and campaigns against injustice, aiming to change government policy when it leads to persecution or inequality.
Which biblical values guide the work of Christian Aid?
Christian Aid believes everyone deserves compassion, respect and dignity, and equality and justice, and that all humans are accountable for their actions.
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