God & Jesus
Who created the world and everything that exists?
God.
What do we call the sacred book that contains Scripture?
The Bible / Sacred Scripture.
At what meal did Jesus give His disciples the Eucharist?
The Last Supper.
What is the Church: only a building, or the people of God united in Christ?
What is the Church: only a building, or the people of God united in Christ?
What is a saint?
A holy person who is with God in Heaven. The saints show us how to follow Christ and intercede/pray for us.
Catholics believe in one God in three Persons. Name the three Persons.
The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
At Mass, what part includes the Scripture readings, Gospel, and homily?
The Liturgy of the Word.
What do we Catholics believe the Eucharist truly is?
The true Body and Blood of Jesus Christ.
What great statement of Catholic faith do we normally pray at Mass after the homily?
The Nicene Creed.
What teachings of Jesus from the Sermon on the Mount are sometimes called a blueprint for sainthood?
The Beatitudes.
Jesus is the Son of God who became what for our salvation?
He became man / became truly human while remaining truly God.
Jesus says people are blessed when they hear the Word of God and do what with it?
Observe it, obey it, or live it out.
What does the word “Eucharist” mean?
Thanksgiving.
The words “one, holy, catholic, and apostolic” describe what?
The Church.
True or false: Catholics worship the saints in the same way they worship God.
False. Catholics worship God alone; we honor the saints and ask for their prayers/intercession.
What happened on Easter Sunday that is at the center of Christian faith?
Jesus rose from the dead — the Resurrection.
In the Gospel of John, who is called “the Word made flesh”?
Jesus Christ.
How does receiving the Eucharist unite Catholics with one another?
We share in the one Bread and are united as one Body in Christ — the Church.
Name 3 Sacrements
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, Marriage
What does mercy look like in everyday life? Give one example.
Examples: forgiving someone, helping someone in need, including someone left out, showing compassion, or being patient when hurt.
Why did God send Jesus into the world? Explain the reason, not just the event.
Because God loves us and sent His Son for our salvation: to save us from sin, reconcile us to God, and bring us eternal life.
Give one concrete example of how someone can respond to God’s Word after hearing it.
Any faithful example such as forgiving someone, praying, helping a person in need, telling the truth, showing mercy, or changing a wrong action because of what Scripture teaches.
Why do Catholics say the Eucharist is more than only a symbol?
Catholics believe Christ is truly present in the Eucharist; receiving it is a real participation in His Body and Blood, not merely remembering Him with a symbol.
What is a sacrament?
A sacrament is a special sign given to us by Jesus that gives us God’s grace and helps us grow closer to Him.
Name two ways Catholic faith should change how we live during the week.
Any two faithful examples: prayer, forgiveness, mercy, truthfulness, service, kindness, love of neighbor, care for others, or choosing what is right even when difficult.