SOR HSC - Christianity ( - 1)

• What are two ethical teachings in Christianity?

  - Thou shall not kill:

  - Thou shall not steal
• What does Christian bioethics focus on?

  The meaning of human life, sexuality, suffering, illness, and death within the context of medicine and health care.
• How does ethical teachings in Christianity give guidance for adherents surround 'bioethics'


  Ethical teachings such as 'thou shall not kill' demonstrates that the Catholic church does not support abortion and euthanasia.
• What is Baptism?


  a Christian sacrament of admission and adoption, with water into Christianity. Preformed either sprinkling or pouring water over an individuals head.
• What is the significance of Baptism in Christianity?

  It represents the forgiveness and cleansing from sin that comes through faith in Jesus Christ.
• What were Pope John XXIII's contributions?

  - Formation of the Second Vatican Council

  - His strive to achieve interfaith dialogue

  - His strive for interfaith dialogue & world peace
• What impact did the Second Vatican Council have?

  It Christians separated from Rome to join in a search for Christian unity as a means for spiritual renewal.
• Why did Pope John XXIII strive to achieve interfaith dialogue?

  Through interfaith dialogue, he built important ties to different faiths, such as the parable of the Good Samaritan.
• Thou Shalt Not Kill


  A commandment in Exodus 20:13 that prohibits the intentional taking of a person's life, emphasizing the importance of preserving human life.
• Thou shalt not steal


  A commandment in Exodus 20:15 that prohibits the taking of someone else's property or wealth without their consent, emphasizing the importance of honesty and integrity in financial matters.
• Vatican II


  The council established by Pope John XXIII in order to make the Christian church more relevant to modern people. From 1962-1965 it had four sessions.
• Ecumenism


  The term is used to describe the uniting of all Christians. It was promoted by Pope John XXIII, especially through Vatican II.
• Interfaith Dialogue


  The term used to describe the involvement and inclusion of a variety of religions including Christianity, Judaism and Islam. This occurred during Vatican II.
• Encyclical


  This term is used to describe the published writings of the Pope that are usually aimed at the faithful. Mater et Magistra and Pacem in Terris were Pope John XXIII's most famous.
• Vernacular


  The Church Service was changed to allow for this to happen. Latin was no longer used as the core language for Catholic Masses. This encouraged Laity involvement.
• Mater et Magistra


  An encyclical written by Pope John XXIII in 1961. Also know as "Mother and Teacher" it encouraged the Church to become involved with the laity and modern society. And also to carry out the Gospel values by visiting the sick and imprisoned.
• Pacem in Terris


  An encyclical written by Pope John XXIII in 1963. Also known as "Peace on Earth" it encouraged all conflict to be resolved by negotiations and promoted the idea of the sanctity of human life.
• Ethical guidance


  Scriptures, Natural Law, Human experiences and Authorities and Traditions.
• Foundation of Ethics


  Ten commandments (The Decalogue), Beatitudes, The Golden Rule.
• Conscience


  The 'whole person' making judgement that God would want them to make. The decision is made through the relationship with God which comes from prayer and scriptures. The Church teaches that God speaks to the individual this way.
• Natural Law


  Also called Eternal Law. The idea of being directed from within (by God) to do good works. It answers the question of how people can live moral, honest lives. Points the individual in the right way but allows them to act freely as a human being.
• Beliefs in Bioethics


  Sanctity of Human Life- Life is a gift from God.

  Right to Life- Life is the fundamental right of all humans.
• IVF


  The protection of the human being from the moment of its natural conception. Duty of Procreation. Anglican Church allows it to assist a couple in conceiving however one cannot donate gametes. Eastern Orthodox churches agree to medical procedures that treat fertility issues but do not allow for assistance in reproduction.
• Euthanasia


  Can be active or passive. The term describes the death of a patient, usually terminally ill, that is a result of discontinuing treatment or the injection of a drug that peacefully ends their life. For example, turning off life support for someone who is brain dead or in a coma.
• Baptism


  The ordinary rite of initiation by which most Christian Churches welcome new members into their faith.
• Apersion


  The sprinkling of water on the forehead of someone being Baptised.
• Immersion


  The submersion of the entire body of the individual in water during Baptism. Practiced by Baptists and Pentecostals.
• Affusion


  When water is poured over the head of the individual during Baptism.
• Credo


  Baptism that involves an Adult.
• Paedo


  Baptism that involves an infant or child.
• Principal Beliefs


  These are expressed by the Baptism. They are: Salvation, Revelation, Divinity and Humanity, Death and Resurrection, The Trinity.
• Symbolic


  In Baptism, the act of washing away sins through the blood of Jesus Christ.
• Jesus Christ


  The central figure in Christianity.
• Forgiveness


  The act of pardon or remission of sin(s) granted by God through faith in Jesus Christ.
• Baptism


  An important sacrament in Christianity that represents the forgiveness and cleansing from sin that comes through faith in Jesus Christ.
• Vatican II


  Focused on reforming and updating Christianity, making it more accessible and modern
• Changes to the mass

  1. Mass in the vernacular

  2. Adherents able to participate in the ritual ie through readings

  3. Changed the expression of the faith and made mass more aligned with the community focused as intended by Jesus
• Ecumenical council - met to discuss reforms


  1962
• Decree on ecumenism


  Historically, there have been clashes b/w denominations ie -> the great schism 1054
• John's contribution to Ecumenism allowed christians to work together for a common good