The Sacrament through which Jesus continues His ministry through bishops, priests, and deacons.
Holy Orders
Marriage creates an indissoluble bond between the bride and groom. What does this mean?
permanent, unbreakable
Where does the authority for those who are ordained to preach, teach, sanctify, and govern come from?
Jesus Himself
Who receives the fullness of the Sacrament of Holy Orders and are anointed by the Pope?
Bishops
The sacramental union of one man and women
Holy Matrimony
How did God make His love known to us?
By sending His only Son into the world to die for our sins
Name two symbols of this Sacrament
rings, unity candle, vows
Whom did Jesus give the "Keys to the Kingdom" to?
Which degree of Holy Orders have been primarily ordained for service and receive some of the sacred authority from Christ?
Deacon
In the Sacrament of Matrimony, the priest or deacon acts as a _______
witness
A couple married within the Catholic Church is called to have an openness to what?
Raising children in the faith
Who are the ministers of this Sacrament?
The bride and groom
How did Jesus establish this Sacrament?
Through the choosing of the Twelve Apostles
Bishops are in charge of leading a ________, or a group of parishes.
Diocese
Jesus gave this authority to act in persona Christi Capitis (in the person of Christ the Head of the Church). This is also referred to as the __________ priesthood
Ministerial
In the Sacrament of Matrimony, what are the rules on who must be Catholic in order for the marriage to be considered a Catholic Sacrament?
Both must be baptized Christian, at least one must be baptized in the Catholic faith and receive special permission from the Church, OR both are Catholic
What is the significance of the Wedding at Cana?
It was Jesus' first public miracle and/or Jesus revealed the goodness and importance of the Sacrament of Matrimony
What did Jesus pass down after His Death and Resurrection and how?
His sacred authority through the Apostles; the Apostolic Succession
Who are our current Bishop and Pope?
Bishop Anthony Taylor and Pope Leo XIV
God's call for a person's life - this could be marriage, ordained priesthood, or religious life
Vocation
What are the FOUR components of God's love?
It is a free gift to us, it is total and self-giving, it is faithful, it is fruitful
A marriage within the Catholic Church should be a reflection of God's love and what?
The Holy Trinity
Every baptized member of Christ is called to participate in the "common priesthood." How are they to show that participation? Name at least 2 ways
Worship & prayer, acts of service, active participation in the faith, active participation in the Mass
List at least 3 of the roles and responsibilities priests have through the powers and authority they received through Christ.
Preaching & teaching in Mass and schools
Speaking out against injustices in society
Administering the Sacraments
Offering Holy Mass
Burying the dead
Leading & governing their parish
Helping guide all people toward Heaven
The Sacraments of Service help serve others, build up the People of God, and help lead people to ________
Salvation