Grade 5 We Believe Chapter 2

Why do we call the church the Body of Christ?

Christ is the head and the Church is the body. We are joined together

Paschal Mystery

Christ's suffering, Death, Resurrection from the dead,and Ascension into Heaven

Last Judgement

Jesus Christ coming at the end of time to judge all people

Liturgy

Official public prayer of the church

Evangelization

Proclaiming the good news of Christ by what we say and do

What is the mission of the Church

To share the Good News of Christ and to spread the Kingdom of God. We share the Good News, work for justice and peace in the World.

What are two more ways we can give witness to Christ?

When we speak and act based on the Good News. when we work for justice and peace in the world. 1-respecting rights of others, 2- treating people equally

Spiritual Works of Mercy

acts of love that help us care for the needa of peoples hearts, minds and souls. admonish the sinner, instruct the ignorant, counsel the doubtful, comfort the sorrowful, forgive injuries, pray for the living and the dead

Corporal Works of Mercy

acts of love that help us care for the physical and material needs of others. feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, visit imprisoned, shelter homeless, visit sick, bury dead

He is the vine and we are the

branches. We are joined to Christ and one another