2.6. Role of the Church

• Match the term with its definition:

  Universal Church ↔️ The global community of believers

  Local Churches ↔️ Communities in specific locations

  Community of Believers ↔️ People sharing faith in Jesus Christ
• Protestant Churches emphasize scripture over tradition.


  True
• Order the three major branches of the Christian Church by size, starting with the largest:

  1️⃣ Catholic Church

  2️⃣ Protestant Churches

  3️⃣ Eastern Orthodox Churches
• The Eastern Orthodox Churches split from the Catholic Church in the 11th
• Evangelism is a key responsibility of the Church.


  True
• What are the three major branches of the Christian Church?

  Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox
• When did the Eastern Orthodox Churches split from the Catholic Church?

  11th century
• Arrange the roles in a typical Church's organizational structure from highest to lowest authority:

  1️⃣ Clergy

  2️⃣ Church Council

  3️⃣ Deacons

  4️⃣ Laity
• Match the role in a Church with its responsibilities:

  Clergy ↔️ Spiritual leadership

  Church Council ↔️ Oversees administration

  Deacons ↔️ Assist the clergy
• What is the Church's role in worship and fellowship?

  Create a supportive community
• What types of programs do Churches organize for youth?

  Summer camps
• The Church's charitable work is based on the teaching to "love your neighbor as yourself."


  True
• Local churches are primarily focused on spreading the Gospel worldwide.

  False
• Local churches focus on serving specific communities with worship and support.


  True
• The Church in Christianity refers to the community of believers who follow Jesus Christ
• Who is the central figure of the Catholic Church?

  Pope
• The Eastern Orthodox Churches split from the Catholic Church in the 11th century.
• The general body of Church members who do not hold leadership positions are known as the laity
• What is the Church's role in spreading the Christian faith?

  Evangelism and outreach
• The Church engages in charitable works to help those in need.


  True
• Churches offer counseling and support groups as part of their community outreach programs.
• What is the primary role of the Church in the personal spiritual development of individual believers?

  Spiritual guidance and fellowship
• What is the core purpose of the Church's approach to personal spiritual development across different branches of Christianity?

  Nurture faith and spiritual growth
• What are some examples of the Church's spiritual guidance activities?

  Interpreting scripture and administering sacraments
• What shapes the moral development of Church members according to its teachings?

  Christian ethics and values
• Why is the Church's role in fostering community essential for its members?

  To grow in faith
• How has the Church influenced societal norms and moral frameworks in many cultures?

  Emphasis on charity and justice
• The Universal Church includes all Christians regardless of their denomination
• The Catholic Church is centered around the Pope
• Match the branch with its emphasis:

  Catholic Church ↔️ Catholic doctrine and traditions

  Protestant Churches ↔️ Scripture over tradition

  Eastern Orthodox Churches ↔️ Retaining many Catholic traditions
• What is the role of a Church council?

  Oversee administration and decision-making
• What is one of the charitable activities often organized by Churches?

  Food banks
• How does the Church support personal spiritual development?

  Providing spiritual guidance and fellowship
• The Church's clergy provide spiritual guidance based on the Bible and Christian doctrine
• As a community of believers, the Church follows Jesus Christ
• What are the key goals of the Church's evangelism and outreach efforts?

  Spreading the Christian faith
• What do the Church's teachings on values, ethics, and virtues shape in its members?

  Moral and ethical development
• Match the Church's fellowship activities with their purpose:

  Worship services ↔️ Deepening faith and praising God

  Volunteer projects ↔️ Serving the local community
• The Catholic Church is the largest Christian denomination
• What is the general term for Church members who do not hold formal leadership positions?

  Laity