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GCSE RS: Christianity - Practices

This deck covers all AQA specification points for 'Practices'. It includes worship (liturgical, non-liturgical, informal, private), prayer (Lord's Prayer, set, informal), sacraments (baptism, Eucharist/Holy Communion), pilgrimage (Lourdes, Iona), and festivals (Christmas, Easter). It also covers the role of the Church in the local community (food banks, street pastors), mission and evangelism, and the worldwide Church's work in reconciliation, responding to persecution, and the work of CAFOD, Christian Aid, and Tearfund. Key scriptural quotes are included throughout.

A dramatic, wide-angle photograph of diverse hands, some young, some old, holding and lighting small votive candles in a softly lit, ancient church or grotto. The warm glow of the many flames illuminates their faces and expressions of quiet reverence and communal devotion, composed for a 3:2 landscape frame.

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65 Cards
Lesson#1
In this deck, we'll explore Christian Practices, which is the second half of your GCSE Christianity paper. We'll cover how Christians worship, the sacraments of baptism and the Eucharist, the importance of pilgrimage and festivals, and the role of the Church in the world today. This isn't just about what Christians do; it's about understanding why these practices are so significant to their faith. Knowing this will be essential for building strong arguments in your exam answers.
Lesson#2
Worship is how Christians show their love, reverence, and respect for God. It can be done in public with others, or privately at home. The Bible encourages both. For example, in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus says, 'For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.' This quote is great evidence for the importance of worshipping together as a community.
Quiz#3
In Matthew's gospel, Jesus says where two or three gather in his name, what will happen?

he is with them

Lesson#4
One main type of public worship is liturgical worship. The word 'liturgical' means it follows a set structure or ritual. The service will have set prayers, readings, and hymns that are the same each week. This is common in Catholic, Orthodox, and Anglican churches. The advantage is that it's familiar and connects worshippers with Christians across the world and throughout history who have used the same words.
Quiz#5
What is the term for worship that follows a set structure or ritual, common in Catholic and Anglican churches?

liturgical

Lesson#6
In contrast, non-liturgical worship does not have a set order. The structure of the service can change from week to week. It's often focused on Bible readings followed by a sermon. This style is common in non-conformist churches, like Baptist and Methodist churches. The benefit here is that services can be planned to fit a particular theme or need.

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