Glossary

Grade 8

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Decalogue another name for the Ten Commandments; from the Greek phrase meaning “ten words”
devotions popular prayers or practices that honor Jesus, Mary, and the Saints
disciple one who learns from and follows the example of a teacher. The disciples of Jesus are those who believe in him, follow his teachings, and put them into practice.
domestic Church a name for the Catholic family, because it is the community of Christians in the home. God made the family to be the first place we learn about loving others and following Christ.