Here is what you should read for this unit: Chapter 12, “Christianity”

Please answer all questions thoroughly using complete sentences.  Proofread your writing.

Once you have read that, please answer the following questions:

1)  What are the three major branches of Christianity?  What do they share in common?

2) What does the term “messiah” mean?  What are the gospels, and in general, what do they discuss?

3) Who was Jesus?  What, in general, did he teach and do?

4) What is the doctrine of the Trinity, and why is it central to Christian thought and practice?

5) List and briefly describe the major seasons and holidays of the liturgical year.

6) List and briefly describe the seven sacraments of Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy.

7) What are the common beliefs of the various forms of Protestant Christianity?

8) Within Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy, discuss what the veneration of the saints is.

9) What are the origins of the Protestant Reformation, focusing on Luther?

10) What are the origins and characteristics of the Anglican Church?

 Discussion – Diets and Dietary Supplements

Individuals trying to lose weight or increase their energy levels commonly resort to various diets and dietary supplements such as Paleo diet, Atkins diet, Mediterranean diet, DASH diet, and various weight loss/energy marketed supplements. Research the different types of diets and dietary supplements that are marketed to the public and address the following questions in your post:  

· Are there any concerns with individuals going on diets or taking dietary supplements?

· In your opinion, what diet is the best?  Is there one type of diet that individuals should be following?

· Are supplements, such as multivitamins, beneficial for people to take?  What does the research demonstrate? 

Lastly, if comfortable, please share any diets or supplements you have tried- was it successful in achieving your short-term and long-term goals?  Are you likely to continue with the diet or supplements after your research?