Religion Chapter 1

Blessed Trinity

the Three Persons in One God: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit

Jesus' mission

to share the life of God with all people and to save them from sin

Kingdom of God

the power of God's love active in our lives and in the world

Apostles

the twelve men chosen by Jesus to share in his mission in a special way

Church

all those who believe in Jesus Christ, have been baptized by him, and follow his teachings

What does the word Messiah stand for?

Christ

What did John ask the people to do to prepare for the Messiah?

repent and change their lives

What did Jesus use to describe the Kingdom of God?

parables

When did the Holy Spirit come and strengthen the apostles?

Pentecost

Who continues God's work?

his disciples

How does Jesus show God's mercy?

forgiving sinners

What did Jesus convince John to do?

baptize him

What happened when Jesus was baptized?

the heavens open, and the Holy Spirit descended like a dove and said, This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased. The Blessed Trinity is revealed.