Living Discipleship Flashcards

Jesus's Sermon on the Mount contains the Beatitudes, which begin with:

Answer: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven

The first Beatitude in Matthew 5:3 is 'Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven,' opening Jesus's programmatic teaching on kingdom life.

In Catholic discipleship, the 'Works of Mercy' are divided into corporal and spiritual works. Which of the following is a SPIRITUAL work of mercy?

Answer: Instructing the ignorant

The spiritual works of mercy address the soul's needs: instructing the ignorant, counseling the doubtful, admonishing sinners, bearing wrongs patiently, forgiving offenses, comforting the afflicted, and praying for the living and dead.

The Great Commission given by Jesus in Matthew 28:19-20 instructs disciples to:

Answer: Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them

The Great Commission commands baptizing converts and teaching them to observe everything Jesus commanded, grounding the Church's missionary mandate.

The parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15 primarily illustrates:

Answer: God's unconditional mercy and the joy of repentance and reconciliation

The Prodigal Son parable reveals a father who runs to meet his repentant son, depicting God's unconditional, joyful love and mercy toward sinners who return to him.

In discipleship formation, the term 'metanoia' refers to:

Answer: Deep conversion and transformation of mind and heart

Metanoia (Greek: 'change of mind/heart') refers to the deep conversion and ongoing transformation that discipleship requires — turning away from sin toward God.

Which document from Vatican II specifically addressed the role of lay people in the Church's mission?

Answer: Apostolicam Actuositatem

Apostolicam Actuositatem ('Apostolate of the Laity,' 1965) was Vatican II's dedicated decree on the mission and apostolate of lay Catholics in the world.