Glossary

Grade 8

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holiness a state of becoming more God-like, living in his presence and with his love
holy a mark of the Church. The Church is holy because she is set apart for God and his purposes and God is holy. Christ gave himself up to make the Church holy and gave the Church the gift of the Holy Spirit to give her life.
Holy Days of Obligation all Sundays, as well as designated holy days that Catholics are required to participate in the Mass
Holy Orders the Sacrament at the Service of Communion in which a baptized man is ordained to teach the faithful, lead divine worship, and govern the Church; ordained ministers serve as bishops, priests, and deacons
Holy Trinity the mystery of one God in three Divine Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit