Salvation History
God's plan to save humanity and bring us back into relationship with Him.
What is salvation history?
Adam and Eve
Who were the first humans God created?
Seven
How many gifts of the Holy Spirit are there?
Seven
How many sacraments are there?
Who is our current pope?
Jesus died on the Cross and rose from the dead, freeing us from sin and opening the way to eternal life.
What did Jesus do to save humanity?
The rainbow, a sign of God's covenant with Noah
What sign did God give Noah after the flood?
Confirmation
What sacrament strengthens us with the Holy Spirit?
Reconciliation (Confession)
Which sacrament forgives sins after Baptism?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
What are the four gospels?
The Anointed One
What does the word "Messiah" mean?
God promised Abraham descendants, a great nation, and blessings for all nations through him
What did God promise Abraham?
Wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord
What are the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit?
The three Sacraments of Initiation
What are Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist?
A parable about a father who welcomes his son back, embraces him, and celebrates his return after running away from him
What is the Prodigal Son?
The Holy Spirit descended upon them, appearing as tounges of fire, and they began speaking in different languages
What happened to the Apostles during Pentecost?
Mount Sinai
On what mountain did Moses receive the Ten Commandments?
The forehead of the person being confirmed
What does the bishop anoint with chrism (oil) during Confirmation?
Mortal sin involves grave matter, full knowledge, and deliberate consent. Venial sin wounds our relationship with God but does not completely break it
What is the difference between a mortal sin and a venial sin?
Jesus tells his disciples this will come upon them at Pentecost
What is the Holy Spirit?
The Old Testament prepares for and points toward Jesus; the New Testament reveals His coming and the fulfillment of God's promises
What is the difference between the Old Testament and the New Testament?
The Ten Commandments, given to Moses as part of God's covenant with Israel
What did God give Moses to guide His people?
The gifts and grace of the Holy Spirit received in Baptism are strengthened, and the person is sealed with the Holy Spirit to live and witness to the faith
What does Confirmation seal or strengthen in us?
The Body of Jesus under the appearance of bread
What is the Eucharist?
A free gift from God that helps us share in His life and respond to His love
What is grace?