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Christianity: Practices

4 dot points across 4 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

Why do Christians celebrate Christmas and Easter?

The nature and history of Christian festivals in the church year, including the celebration and significance of Christmas and Easter.
A focused answer on Christian festivals for Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A (1RA0), covering Advent and Christmas, Holy Week and Easter, and why these celebrations matter to Christians.
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Why do Christians pray and go on pilgrimage?

The nature and purpose of prayer, including set, informal and the Lord's Prayer, and the nature, purpose and places of pilgrimage.
A focused answer on Christian prayer and pilgrimage for Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A (1RA0), covering set and informal prayer, the Lord's Prayer, and pilgrimage sites such as Lourdes, Iona and Walsingham.
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How does the Church serve the local and worldwide community?

The future of the Church and mission, the role of the local church, and the role of the worldwide Church, including charity and reconciliation.
A focused answer on the role of the Church for Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A (1RA0), covering mission and evangelism, the local church, the worldwide Church, reconciliation and the work of Christian Aid.
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How do Christians worship and use the sacraments?

Liturgical and non-liturgical worship and the role of the sacraments, including baptism and the Eucharist, across denominations.
A focused answer on Christian worship and the sacraments for Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A (1RA0), covering liturgical and non-liturgical worship, baptism and the Eucharist across denominations.
9 min answer →