R.S/R.E The Nature of Belief Revison Notes

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Nature of Belief

The Church Building

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The Architecture of the Church

There are many types of church building. Traditional Anglican and Roman Catholic churches are
cross-shaped (cruciform). The cross symbolizes the death and resurrection of Jesus

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The tower or steeple symbolizes the link between heaven and Earth.

Inside the Church

The font is used for baptism, and is often by the door to symbolize entry into
the church




The altar is where Holy Communion is celebrated, showing the belief that
Jesus sacrificed himself for…

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Many Christians set aside a time of day for private worship. They may read a passage from the
bible, whilst looking at another book to help their understating. They will probably pray silently,
about anything that is a concern to them, such as an ill relative, money concerns,…

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The fish symbol was a secret sign for Christians to meet during times when they were prosecuted. A
fish symbol may have been used as the disciples are fisherman. It is also an acrostic of "Jesus Christ,
God's Son, Saviour" (An acrostic is an "arrangement of words in…

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Crosses

The cross is the most important symbol in Christianity. It represents the death of Jesus, the son of
God.

Crucifix
A cross with Jesus on it



Anchor Cross




Latin Cross




Calvary Cross (Calvary is the hill Jesus was crucified on)

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Art and Music

Art and music is important to some Christians in worshipping. Christians from different traditions
have different ideas about the ways in which they are best used.

Music

In Christianity, music is often seen as a way of giving God the best that humanity has to…

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Food

Christianity is different to some religions. There are no religious laws telling believers what they must
and must not eat. It seems likely that Jesus ate meat, like other Jews, and there are stories in the
New Testament which tell of Jesus performing miracles providing fish for…