1. Cecilia Shaer, Caroline Mercure, Chris Lewis
Christianity
Cecilia Shaer, Caroline Mercure, Chris Lewis

2. Background of Christianity...
Originated in Palestine in 33 C.E.
Developed out of Judaism
Founder: Jesus Christ
Two main early leaders: Jesus & Paul
Based upon the life & teachings of Jesus
Followers called Christians
Religious writings called the Bible

3. Jesus Christ
Holy Bible

4. Religious writings: The Bible
Holy Bible: Broken up into 2 parts
Old Testament & New Testament
The Holy Bible was used when Christianity was originally beginning and is still used modern day, a major continuity
Old Testament
New Testament
First division of Christian bible
Explains history of creation of world, exodus of Israelites, & 10 commandments
Talks about God sending Messiah to Earth
2nd division of Christian bible
Focuses more on life & teachings of Jesus & Christian church
Jesus came to save Earth

5. Originally practiced More of a discipleship and less of a membership
A direct, living, personal connection
Yoga/ finding God in yourself/ liberating Christ
A lot of variety in 2nd & 3rd centuries
Nag Hammadi

6. Originally Practiced
Originally, Christianity was not allowed to be practiced in Rome
Romans were polytheistic and the worship of many gods was encouraged
Because of this, Christianity had to be practiced in secrecy
Execution was possible if caught worshipping

7. Christianity Beliefs & Practices
Many places of worship: churches, chapels, cathedrals, even homes
Most Christians attend some sort of worship service on Sunday, like church
Includes singing, praying, and sermon
Christianity is practiced at home by reading bible & praying
2 major sacraments: baptism and communion
Baptism usually occurs around infancy and is admission into Christian church
Communion- receiving of Eucharist
Christians also have & celebrate many holy days like: Christmas (Birth of Jesus), Good Friday (Death of Jesus), Easter (Resurrection)

8. Beliefs & Practices

9. The Death of Jesus Christ
The death of Jesus is a major turning point
After he was crucified & died, his disciples preached that he rose from the dead
They said that Jesus was the son of God
People that accepted this message & became Christian, which was a major reason why Christianity started to spread

10. The Great Schism Roman Catholic Mass 8th grade confirmation Statues
Hagia Sophia
Eastern Orthodox
"Divine Liturgy"
Confirmation/baptism at 40 days
Icons
Original language: Aramaic/ Arabic
Modern language: native to host country e.x: Greek and Russian
Roman Catholic
Mass
8th grade confirmation
Statues
Original language: Latin
Modern language: native to host country e.x: English
St. Peter's square

11. Background of the Schism
The event that led to the schism is the fall of the Roman Empire; there was a disconnect and loss of communication between the two halves leading to a split
Eastern churches (Orthodox) were led by patriarch of Constantinople while western churches (Catholic) were led by Pope Leo IX

12. Differences
Orthodox cross Catholic cross

13. Romans Adopt Christianity
The adoption of Christianity in Rome is a major turning point
Constantine: Roman emperor who was in a battle and saw the cross on a shield, made him believe in Christianity
Passed the Edict of Milan: this allowed Christianity to be practiced throughout Rome
As a result of this Christianity spread
Emperor Theodosius: made Christianity official religion of Rome
Emperor Theodosius
Emperor Constantine

14. Spread of Christianity
Originated in Jerusalem
Most of N and S America, most of Europe, and much of Africa
Top 3 Christian nations
USA: 79.5%
Brazil: 90.2%
Mexico: 95%
2.18 billion total Christians
Worlds largest religion

15. Christian beliefs Today
Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God, fully divine and fully human, and the saviour of humanity whose coming was prophesied in the Old Testament.
The foundations of Christian theology are expressed in ecumenical creeds.
These professions of faith state that Jesus suffered, died, was buried, and was resurrected from the dead in order to grant eternal life to those who believe in him and trust in him for the remission of their sins.

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"Essential Stats and Facts About Christianity Today." About. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Oct