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Catholicism: A Very Short Introduction written by Gerald O’Collins is a short read that gives an insight to the Catholic church without getting confusing to the reader. It touches on the basics of Catholicism such as the history, practices, and core beliefs. Through each chapter Gerald O’Collins a research professor in the field of Theology at St. Mary’s University College and Twickenham, as well as formally Dean in Gregorian University for the faculty of Theology, shares his knowledge on the Catholic religion one question at a time.

Dr. Arthur Holmes, a Christian philosopher, began his post-secondary education at Wheaton College many years ago. This was just the beginning for Holmes’s time at and impact on Wheaton College. After studying there and obtaining a higher degree at another college, Holmes ended back at Wheaton as a professor. During his lifetime, he also wrote multiple books and articles on Christianity (“Wheaton College”). In his article, Idea of a Christian College, Holmes conveys his vision on a complete understanding of the meaning behind Christian colleges.

There is a sense of unity that this document possesses. It promotes dialogue with all other world religions. The Catholic Church took a stand in writing Nostra Aetate, and urged, “its sons and daughters to enter with prudence and charity into discussion and collaboration with members of other religions.” Moreover, Nostra Aetate is significant to theology because it has led to the increasing teachings of Catholicism worldwide. If applied, to this course, for example, the title of this course is the Religious Quest. Quest is defined as “an act or instance of seeking.” In a way, through Nostra Aetate, the Catholic Church was searching for understanding and resolution. At Boston College, one of the course requirements is theology. A reason for this may be due to Nostra Aetate; it has made understanding other religions a priority to many institutions all over the world. Understanding each other’s religions could dissipate many of the foolish arguments that occur daily. The most misunderstood religious group at this moment is Islam. At Boston College, however, we can take a theology class focused on Islam, or Africism or any religion. We are given the chance to go on a “quest,” and to learn about any religion we want. A big reason for this is due in large part to Nostra Aetate. Nostra Aetate in that sense brings everyone together.

The word “Catholic” came from, “letters of Ignatius the first surviving use of the term "Catholic" in reference to the Church. At that time, or shortly thereafter, it was used to refer to a single, visible communion, separate from

At the beginning of the 11th century, the predominant faith in Western Europe is the Catholic one, and the Church in those territories follows, in theory, the same Canon Law and has the Pope at its head as the deciding voice in religious disputes. The Church was the main unifying factor between territories that had evolved in very different ways, had different power structures in place and spoke different languages.

The book talks about a different way to look at religion and science using Einstein. Religion has been and probably will continue to influence the scientific institution. This notion can extend to all types of institutions that are indeed separate from one another. It seems as if every school of thought influences one another. As advanced as America is discrimination is still prominent however it does not show in the scientific world like it did with Einstein. Also, Interesting questions were posed, a concept was looked at in a different way and science was explained in the wrong way during Einstein’s time, while reading students essays.

The school serves as a party where issues of significance to society and the Church are considered in a soul of consistent gratefulness and dialog. Understudies have open passages for reflection and dialog on Catholic thought and instructing through instructive coursework and endeavors, religious associations, pulls back, living arrangement life exercises and grounds organization tries. With regards to the Catholic and Jesuit commitment to draw in individuals of all religions, Georgetown Online Colleges has and supports rich scholarly and social endeavors in interreligious dialog, and the school's Office of Campus Ministry offers understudies, work drive and staff the chance to venerate inside of their distinctive

This professor was disappointed with the students who were in graduate school at BU and graduated from the school of theology since they didn’t know anything about Christianity. He pointed out that American students go to church and do not know the history of Christianity, while Austrian students do not go to church but know the history. This is counterproductive and calls for a reformation of the religious sector in the United States. Today, the history is not emphasized as much as the lessons that are learned and the correct way to act. He points out that we do not need to learn how we are supposed to act according to the bible by attending church.

As time constantly presses forward and the earth continues to revolve, the world will never stop progressing and adapting to better suit the needs of mankind. The evolution of religion has greatly enhanced the quality of life for humanity by providing individuals with a strong belief system that is now the foundation of many peoples’ core values. One universal religion that has undergone extensive amounts of reform is Christianity. In particular, the Catholic church is well-known for the development of their famous ecumenical council meetings that help determine the future of the church. Numerous Councils have been conducted throughout the course of history, but none more significant than the most recent, the Second Vatican Council or Vatican II. The Catholic church was operating as if it was still the medieval period and desperately needed to be modernized. As a result, every Roman Catholic Church official was gathered to meet and devise a plan for how to introduce the church to the modern world. Consequently, the following will reveal the Second Vatican Council and the ramifications of the agenda, history and theology evolution, significant texts, and new developments.

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For Catholics, the Catechism provides the opportunity for individual knowlege and application of Church teachings. It also prepares one to defend and explain the Faith to others when questions arise. This is important, as Christians must “always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.”4 On all fronts, Catholics are faced with a culture of death that battles against the truth and life that Christ calls us to. Whether the topic of sexuality, suicide or forgiveness comes up, we should always be ready to clearly articulte what we belive and why we do. This can be challenging since some topics demand

Within Yves Congar’s The Meaning of Tradition, he sets out to define the traditions of the Catholic Church. Congar begins his analysis of the role of Tradition in the Catholic Church by defining it; his definition states that Tradition is a gift from God that is passed down subsequent generations. According to Congar the Church’s tradition involves sharing Christ’s revelation, so that God’s revelation can be passed down throughout space and time. Congar devotes sections of his book to the role of magisterium in the Church. The magisterium has a pivotal role in analyzing the doctrines of the faith and providing the people of God with an explanation of its meaning. By doing this, the magisterium is exercising its role as the successors of Jesus’ apostles in guiding the faithful. The Magisterium is essential to ensuring that the faithful create a personal relationship with God. Congar, attributes the magisterium’s role in the Tradition of the Church is guided by the Holy Spirit. According to Congar argues that the Holy Spirit has inspired the Church throughout history. The Holy Spirit also works through the people, giving them the gifts necessary for understanding the word of God. Congar continues to ascribe the Church’s tradition to its familiar atmosphere that allows faith to grow in believers. Congar goes on to state that the Church’s tradition does not stem from Scripture alone, the uniting force of God’s word. Scripture needs to come from an inspired source, alone it can

Today in the Twenty-First Century, the world revolves around science, minds that think in a philosophical way are praised. This hasn’t always been the way of life, unfortunately, the geniuses of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries had to endured many obstacles to get society to the way that it is. Religion has always and might always be the biggest hurdle one must jump, in history many men and women had to jump a lot higher than ones today. Three in specific went against religion in their time, Giordano Bruno, Francis Bacon, Robert Hooke. These men blew open the door for science and philosophy. Regrettably, with their greatest accomplishments came with some of the cruelest punishments.

The decree identifies that there are doctrinal differences between Protestant communities and the Catholic Church. However, despite these doctrinal differences the sacrament of baptism ensures that Protestants are members of Christ’s body (UR 3). As members of Christ’s body, the Protestants are privy to salvation as Children of the Catholic Church (UR 3). Chapter one concludes that members of the Catholic Church should pray and stay informed about their Protestant brethren in order to promote Christian unity (UR 4). Chapter two explains that the ecumenical unity is the concern of the whole Church, the congregation and clergy, which is manifested by the bond all Christians share with Christ (UR 5). Chapter two continues to clarify that Christian unity is dependent on the moral reformation of Catholics, to ensure its faithful live according to Church’s moral teachings (UR 6). Unitatis Redingratio insists that Catholics strive for a deeper knowledge of their Christian brethren in hope that the dialogue between Christian communities can remove the obstacles hindering Christian unity (UR 7-12). The final chapter of the decree focuses on the division between the Roman Church and the Churches/ ecclesial communities of the East and West. Regarding the Church in the East, Unitatis Redintergratio explains that the Catholic Church enjoys a special relationship with the Orthodox Church, due to their shared apostolic foundation (UR 14). Unitatis

With over half of the students in Xavier University’s undergraduate program identifying as Catholics, I was not surprised that I ended up with a partner who is Catholic. However, I was surprised to hear how into the Catholic faith my partner was and how much it has influenced him as a person. My partner was Max Foreman, and just like myself, he has been a “cradle Catholic” his entire life. “Cradle Catholic” is a term used to basically say that since he was born he has been Catholic because his parents were Catholic and wanted to pass their faith down to him.