Through the liturgy Christ our High Priest continues the work of our redemption through the Church's celebration of the Paschal Mystery by which he accomplished our salvation. Judgment, Rash:A fault against the eighth commandment committed by one who assumes the moral fault of the neighbor to be true without sufficient foundation. Priests and deacons receive this ministry before they are ordained. Litany:A form of prayer in which the Priest recites a series of petitions to God, or calls on the help of Saints. The revelation of his divine sonship is the principal dramatic development of the story of Jesus of Nazareth. X
Vicar of Christ:A title given to St. Peter, head of the Twelve Apostles, and to his successors, the popes; "vicar" means one who stands in for or acts for another. :Stands for "Union of Catholic Mothers", and organization of Catholic married women for the preservation of faith and morals in the home. The variety of particular churches with
These include the alb (a long white tunic worn by all ministers); the chasuble (the main outer-garment worn by the Priest when celebrating Mass); the stole (a type of scarf worn around the neck). Marriage:A covenant or partnership of life between a man and woman, which is ordered to the well-being of the spouses and to the procreation and upbringing of children. Virtue:An habitual and firm disposition to do the good. Revealed law is found in the ancient law (Old Testament), notably the ten commandments, and in the new law (Law of the Gospel), the teaching of Christ, notably the Sermon on the Mount, which perfects the ancient law. Requiem:A Mass for the dead. Reliance on such power, rather than on trust in God, constitutes an offense against the honor due to God alone, as required by the first commandment. Z. Sabbath:The Sabbath or seventh "day," on which God rested after the work of the "six days" of creation was completed, as recounted in the opening narrative of the Bible. Reformation:A movement for reform of certain doctrines and practices of the Church which began in the 16th Century and led to division between Catholic and Protestant Churches. Venial Sin:Sin which does not destroy the divine life in the soul, as does mortal sin, though it diminishes and wounds it. In John's Gospel, God's "Word" means his only-begotten Son, who is the fullness of God's Revelation and who took flesh (the Word incarnate) and became man for the sake of our salvation. Encyclicals are expressions of the ordinary papal magisterium. Catholics are, first and foremost, Christians who believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Passages from the Old Testament or the epistles in the New Testament may be read by lay people. The Gospel is handed on in the apostolic tradition of the Church as the source of all-saving truth and moral discipline. The perfect sacrifice was Christ's death on the cross; by this sacrifice, Christ accomplished our redemption as high priest of the new and eternal covenant. Religious vows, the public profession of the evangelical counsels in the Church, have an exemplary value in witnessing to the Kingdom to come. For example, certain degrees of blood-relationship between partners, or where one partner is not baptized. Easter Triduum
It became the name proper to Jesus because he accomplished perfectly the divine mission of priest, prophet, and King, signified by his anointing as Messiah, "Christ". This unit is administered by one of the Priests' of the Deanery who has the title; 'Dean'. Hierarchy of Truths:The order hierarchy of the truths in Catholic doctrine, insofar as they vary in their relation to the central mystery and foundation of Christian faith, the mystery of the Holy Trinity. Repentance for sin and confession may restore grace to a soul, but the removal of the ingrained disposition to sin or vice requires much effort and self-denial, until the contrary virtue is acquired. The first commandment requires us to believe in God, to worship and serve him, as the first duty of the virtue of religion. Septuagint:A pre-Christian Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures made by Jewish scholars, and later adopted by Greek speaking Christians. The Old Testament recounts the history of salvation before the time of Christ (46 books), and the New Testament unfolds the saving work of Jesus and the apostolic beginnings of the Church (27 books). God is beyond human ability to perceive. Mission:Trinitarian missions: To accomplish the divine plan of the triune God for the redemption of humanity, the Son and the Holy Spirit were "sent" into the world: hence the Trinitarian "missions" (Latin missus means "sent").Apostolic mission: Just as he was sent by the Father, Jesus sent his Apostles into the world to continue his own saving mission. The liturgical action called the Eucharist is also traditionally known as the holy sacrifice of the Mass. Joseph, Husband of Mary
:Stands for "Union of Catholic Mothers", and organization of Catholic married women for the preservation of faith and morals in the home. Satan:A fallen angel or the devil; the Evil One. Obedience of Christ: Jesus Christ substituted his obedience to the will of his Father, even unto death, for the disobedience of sin, in order to bring us the grace of justification and to satisfy for our sins. Particular Church:See Diocese. He offered himself once and for all (Heb 10:14), in a perfect sacrifice upon the cross. Slander:See Calumny. Precepts of the Church:Positive laws sometimes called commandments made by Church authorities to guarantee for the faithful the indispensable minimum in prayer and moral effort, for the sake of their growth in love of God and neighbor. The economy of salvation, on the other hand, refers to God's activity in creating and governing the world, particularly with regard to his plan for the salvation of the world in the person and work of Jesus Christ, a plan which is being accomplished through his Body the Church, in its life and sacraments; hence, the "sacramental economy". Confession:An essential element of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, which consists in telling one's sins to the priestly minister. The mystery of the Trinity in itself is inaccessible to the human mind and is the object of faith only because it was revealed by Jesus Christ, the divine Son of the eternal Father. See Bible; Covenant. The sacraments (called "mysteries" in the Eastern Churches) are seven in number: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance or Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Obedience to the Church is required in those things which pertain to our salvation; and obedience is due to legitimate civil authority, which has its origin in God for the sake of the common good and the order of society. Repentance for sin and confession may restore grace to a soul, but the removal of the ingrained disposition to sin or vice requires much effort and self-denial, until the contrary virtue is acquired. Responsorial Psalm:A psalm which is recited or sung after the first scripture reading at Mass. Matrimony:See Marriage. Orders, Religious:See Consecrated Life; Institute, Religious. O
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See Fathers of the Church. The resurrection of Christ is the crowning truth of our faith in Christ. Venial Sin:Sin which does not destroy the divine life in the soul, as does mortal sin, though it diminishes and wounds it. It also refers to the central government of the Church. Testament:The name given to the two major parts of the Bible; a synonym for "covenant," as in Old and New Covenants. Rosary:A prayer in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which repeats the privileged Marian prayer Ave Maria, or Hail Mary, in "decades" of ten prayers, each preceded by the Pater Noster ("Our Father") and concluded by the Gloria Patri (Glory Be to the Father), accompanied by meditation on the mysteries of Christ's life. It is one of the seven sacraments of the Church; the Holy Eucharist completes Christian initiation. Priestly and religious vocations are dedicated to the service of the Church as the universal sacrament of salvation. The Old Testament recounts the history of salvation before the time of Christ (46 books), and the New Testament unfolds the saving work of Jesus and the apostolic beginnings of the Church (27 books). Sensus Fidei:A supernatural appreciation of the faith (sensus fidei) shown by the universal consent in matters of faith and morals manifested by the whole body of the faithful under the guidance of the Magisterium. See Works of Mercy. Merit:The reward which God promises and gives to those who love him and by his grace perform good works. Vestments:Garments worn by Ministers of the Church when celebrating Mass or administering the sacraments. Ministerial: The ministerial priesthood received in the Sacrament of Holy Orders differs in essence from this common priesthood of all the faithful. Sinai, meaning "I am who I am". Our Lady:See Mary. Postulant:A person who has applied to join a religious order and is waiting to be admitted. Later, veneration was given to those who led a life of prayer and self-denial in giving witness to Christ, whose virtues were recognized and publicly proclaimed in their canonization as saints. The theological virtues are faith, hope, and charity. Works of Mercy:Charitable actions by which we come to the aid of our neighbors in their bodily and spiritual needs. Son of God:A title frequently applied to Jesus in the Gospel, signifying his unique relationship to the Father. Indulgence:The remission before God of the temporal punishment due to sin whose guilt has already been forgiven. Liturgical Prayers traditionally conclude with the doxology "to the Father, through the Son, in the Holy Spirit"; the final doxology of the Lord's Prayer renews the prayer's first three petitions in the form of adoration and praise. Religious Liberty:A Vatican II doctrine affirming the natural right to be free of coercion in one's religious beliefs. Preaching:The proclamation of the Gospel challenging the listener to make a commitment. March 19
Vocation:The calling or destiny we have in this life and hereafter. The Eucharist celebrates the new Passover, in which Jesus "passes over" to his Father by his death and resurrection, thus anticipating the final Passover of the Church in the glory of the Kingdom. June 29
In this sense it signifies the world which Jesus came to redeem from sin. Used by Catholics to bring to mind the sufferings of Christ. The sacraments (called "mysteries" in the Eastern Churches) are seven in number: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance or Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. S
Sin:An offense against God as well as a fault against reason, truth, and right conscience. See Priesthood. The entire revelation of God's goodness in Christ is a response to the existence of evil. Orthodox Churches:Eastern Churches not in full communion with the Catholic Church. Parish Mission:A period of spiritual renewal within the Parish, usually conducted by one or more visiting Priests over the period of a week or a fortnight. In the liturgy of the Eucharist, the whole Church joins with Christ in giving praise and thanksgiving to the Father. Psalm:A prayer in the Book of Psalms of the Old Testament, assembled over several centuries; a collection of prayers in the form of hymns or poetry. The prophetic books constitute a major section of the Old Testament of the Bible. Latin Rite:The traditions of liturgy, laws, and practice in the Church in the West, as distinct from the rites and practices of the churches of the East. Parish Council:A group of people elected by the Parish who, together with the Parish Priest, look after the various needs of the Parish. All Saints
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The presentation of the gifts, especially of bread and wine, is a preparatory rite for the liturgy of the Eucharist at Mass. This gift is related to the inability of the whole body of the faithful to err in matters of faith and morals. When validly contracted between two baptized people, marriage is a sacrament (Matrimony). Vicar of Christ:A title given to St. Peter, head of the Twelve Apostles, and to his successors, the popes; "vicar" means one who stands in for or acts for another. They also fast and abstain from eating meat. The following days are solemnities: Son of God:A title frequently applied to Jesus in the Gospel, signifying his unique relationship to the Father. Later, veneration was given to those who led a life of prayer and self-denial in giving witness to Christ, whose virtues were recognized and publicly proclaimed in their canonization as saints. IHS:three letters from the Greek name, Jesus. With Penance and the Anointing of the Sick, the reception of Holy Communion as Viaticum constitute the "last sacraments" of the Christian. Corporal works of mercy include feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, visiting the sick and imprisoned, sheltering the homeless, and burying the dead. The Church's confession of faith in the virgin birth affirms that Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit without human seed. Parousia:The glorious return and appearance of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as judge of the living and the dead, at the end of time; the second coming of Christ, when history and all creation will achieve their fulfillment. The term "lay faithful" refers to the laity, all the faithful except those in Holy Orders and those who belong to a religious state approved by the Church. Votive Mass:A votive Mass celebrates a mystery of the Lord or a saint to which the faithful may have a special devotion. Old Testament:The forty-six books of the Bible, which record the history of salvation from creation through the old alliance or covenant with Israel, in preparation for the appearance of Christ as Savior of the world. Pasch/Paschal Lamb:Jesus' saving death and its memorial in the Eucharist, associated with the Jewish feast of Passover or Pasch commemorating the deliverance of the Jewish people from death by the blood of the lamb sprinkled on the doorposts in Egypt, which the angel of death saw and "passed over." Visit:Catholic custom of dropping into the Church for a few minutes during the day to say a quick prayer. Religion:A set of beliefs and practices followed by those committed to the service and worship of God. New Testament:The twenty-seven books of the Bible written by the sacred authors in apostolic times, which have Jesus Christ, the incarnate Son of God, his life, teachings, Passion and glorification, and the beginnings of his Church as their central theme. See Works of Mercy. Monastic Life:Consecrated life marked by the public profession of religious vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, and by a stable community life in a monastery with the celebration of the Liturgy of the Hours in choir. Word of God:The entire content of Revelation as contained in the Holy Bible and proclaimed in the Church. With Penance and the Anointing of the Sick, the reception of Holy Communion as Viaticum constitute the "last sacraments" of the Christian. W
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See Priesthood. Magi:The wise men who came from the East to pay homage to the newborn Savior. Episcopal/Episcopate:Pertaining to the office of bishop Greek: episkopos), hence episcopal consecration, the episcopal college, episcopal conferences. Theology:The study of God, based on divine revelation. Moses:The leader chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of their exile in Egypt. Eternal life signifies that this gift will last forever in the blessedness of heaven. Charism:A specific gift or grace of the Holy Spirit which directly or indirectly benefits the Church, given in order to help a person live out the Christian life, or to serve the common good in building up the Church. See Covenant. Stealing is a violation of the seventh commandment of God, "You shall not steal." Punishment, Temporal:Purification of the unhealthy attachment to creatures, which is a consequence of sin that perdures even after death. The psalms have been used since Jesus' time as the public prayer of the Church. Religious Liberty:A Vatican II doctrine affirming the natural right to be free of coercion in one's religious beliefs. Spiritual Director:Person trained to work with people spiritually. distinctive traditions witnesses to the catholicity of the one Church of Christ, which takes root in distinct cultures. Sin:An offense against God as well as a fault against reason, truth, and right conscience. As successor of St. Peter, and therefore Bishop of Rome and Vicar of Christ, the pope is the perpetual and visible principle of unity in faith and communion in the Church. Sacred Heart:The symbol of the love with which Jesus continually loves the eternal Father and all human beings without exception. The official name is the Society of Jesus and the initials after a members name is "S.J.". Pride:One of the seven capital sins. Virtues, Theological:Gifts infused by God into the souls of the faithful to make them capable of acting as his children and of meriting eternal life. These include the alb (a long white tunic worn by all ministers); the chasuble (the main outer-garment worn by the Priest when celebrating Mass); the stole (a type of scarf worn around the neck). Poverty:The condition of want experienced by those who are poor, whom Christ called "blessed," and for whom he had a special love. Mystic:Greek word meaning mystery. Viaticum:The Eucharist received by a dying person. Q
In the liturgy of the Eucharist, the whole Church joins with Christ in giving praise and thanksgiving to the Father. Sanctifying Grace:The grace which heals our human nature wounded by sin by giving us a share in the divine life of the Trinity. Liturgical Year:The celebration throughout the year of the mysteries of the Lord's birth, life, death, and Resurrection in such a way that the entire year becomes a "year of the Lord's grace." Parables are simple images or comparisons which confront the hearer or reader with a radical choice about his invitation to enter the Kingdom of God. Capital Sins:Sins which engender other sins and vices. Laity:The faithful who, having been incorporated into Christ through Baptism, are made part of the people of God, the Church. Poverty:The condition of want experienced by those who are poor, whom Christ called "blessed," and for whom he had a special love. Liberation Theology:Theology that attempts to articulate the faith from the perspective of a group's experience of its struggle to overcome oppression. an Ecumenical Council is usually called by the successor of St. Peter, the Pope, or at least confirmed or accepted by him. At least nine out of ten Mexicans are … Suicide:The willful taking of one's own life; a grievous sin against the fifth commandment. Holy Saturday:The day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Delivered to your inbox! The eleventh article of the Christian creed states, "I believe in the resurrection of the body." Latin Rite:The traditions of liturgy, laws, and practice in the Church in the West, as distinct from the rites and practices of the churches of the East. Poverty of spirit signifies detachment from worldly things and voluntary humility. Parables:A characteristic feature of the teaching of Jesus. The vocation of the laity consists in seeking the Kingdom of God by engaging in temporal affairs and directing them according to God's will. For example, the Holy Land, Rome and Lourdes. See Satisfaction (for sin). RCIA:Stands for Right of Christian Initiation of Adults. Son of Man:The title used by our Lord of himself in the Gospel. Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal or "confirm" the baptized in union with Christ and equip them for active participation in the worship and apostolic life of the Church. See Satisfaction (for sin). This apostolic mission of the Church is fulfilled according to their different states of life by the clergy, laity, and religious. Catacombs:System of tunnels used by early Catholics as hiding places when they were being persecuted. He offered himself once and for all (Heb 10:14), in a perfect sacrifice upon the cross. "Transubstantiation" indicates that through the consecration of the bread and the wine there occurs the change of the entire substance of the bread into the substance of the Body of Christ, and of the entire substance of the wine into the Blood of Christ even though the appearances or "species" of bread and wine remain. Satan:A fallen angel or the devil; the Evil One. Venial Sin:Sin which does not destroy the divine life in the soul, as does mortal sin, though it diminishes and wounds it. Evil:The opposite or absence of good. The "Last Judgment" is God's triumph over the revolt of evil, after the final cosmic upheaval of this passing world. Heresy:The obstinate denial after Baptism of a truth which must be believed with divine and Catholic faith. The rosary was developed by medieval piety in the Latin church as a popular substitute for the liturgical prayer of the Hours. Christ the King
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