Glossary

Grade 8

Program terms and definitions, with audio.

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faith the Theological Virtue that makes it possible for us to believe in God and the things that he has revealed to us. Faith leads us to obey God. It is both a gift from God and a free, human choice.
Feast of the Holy Family the day celebrating the special family relationship among Mary, Joseph, and Jesus
fidelity faithful presence; it is the most important rule of loving and lasting relationships
filial respect the response children are called to have toward their parents, which includes obedience, respect, gratitude, and assistance
free will the God-given freedom and ability to make choices. God created us with free will so we can have the freedom to choose good.
Fruits of the Holy Spirit the qualities that can be seen in us when we allow the Holy Spirit to work in our hearts