People
asked his father for his inheritance early, squandered it on reckless living, and eventually returned home in poverty and repentance
Prodigal Son
lays down his life for his sheep to describe his care and protection for his followers.
The Good Shepherd
means "the place of the skull" site outside Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified;
Golgotha/Calvary
“Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.”
Mary's Fiat
“They paid him thirty pieces of silver.”
Price of a Slave- Betrayal of Jesus
a friend of Jesus, known for her hospitality
Martha
The Sunday before Easter, commemorating Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem
Palm Sunday
A village about seven miles from Jerusalem.
Significance: where the resurrected Jesus appeared to two disciples who recognized him in the breaking of the bread
Emmaus
“Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for he has visited and brought redemption to his people.”
Canticle of Zechariah
A mountain in Galilee, traditionally believed to be the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus.
Mt. Tabor
Roman governor of Judea during the time of Jesus. He presided over Jesus' trial and, although he believed Jesus was innocent, he ultimately condemned Him to be crucified to appease the crowd
Pontius Pilate
The act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God.
Blasphemy
This is where Jesus prayed and agonized before his arrest. It symbolizes Jesus' complete obedience to God's will, even in the face of immense suffering
Garden of Gethsemane
“Do whatever he tells you.”
Mary to the servants at the Wedding at Cana
Workers hired at different times of the day receive the same wage, illustrating God's generosity.
Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard
one of the two criminals crucified alongside Jesus. He rebuked the other thief for mocking Jesus and asked Jesus to remember him when He came into His kingdom
St. Dismas
The crime of betraying one's country or leader.
Treason
A village about two miles east of Jerusalem. It was the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, close friends of Jesus
Bethany
“You know nothing, nor do you consider that it is better for you that one man should die instead of the people, so that the whole nation may not perish.”
Ironic Statement of Caiaphus
Having spent all her money on doctors without finding a cure, she approached Jesus in a crowd and touched the edge of His cloak
Woman with Hemorrhage
a wealthy and respected member of the Sanhedrin who was a secret follower of Jesus. After Jesus' crucifixion, he bravely asked Pilate for Jesus' body and provided a tomb for His burial
Joseph of Arimathea
Servants who are always ready for their master's return, using their time and talents wisely.
Parable of the Vigilant Servants
The Aramaic name for a place in Jerusalem also known as the Stone Pavement
Gabbatha
“How he was made known to us in the breaking of the bread.”
Disciples at Emmaus recognizing Jesus in the Eucharist
a prisoner who was chosen by the crowd to be released instead of Jesus
Barabas