Who is Saint Mary
What is Saint Mary commonly called in the Coptic Orthodox Church because she gave birth to Jesus Christ?
The Theotokos, meaning “Mother of God.”
Which angel appeared to Saint Mary and announced that she would give birth to Jesus?
Archangel Gabriel.
After leaving the Temple, whom was Saint Mary entrusted to according to Church tradition?
Saint Joseph the Carpenter.
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem.
What feast does the Coptic Orthodox Church celebrate on August 22?
The Feast of the Assumption of the Body of Saint Mary.
Who were Saint Mary's parents according to Church tradition?
Saint Joachim and Saint Anna.
Where was Saint Mary living when Archangel Gabriel appeared to her?
Nazareth
After Jesus' birth, what major event forced Saint Mary and Saint Joseph to flee with Jesus to another country?
King Herod's attempt to kill the infant Jesus, which led them to flee to Egypt
What miracle did Jesus perform at the wedding in Cana after Saint Mary brought the problem to His attention?
He turned water into wine.
Why do Orthodox Christians ask Saint Mary to pray for them?
Because Christians believe that the saints pray for the Church, and Mary has a unique place among the saints as the Mother of God.
Why does the Church call Mary the “Theotokos” rather than simply the “mother of Jesus”?
Because the child she bore is Jesus Christ, who is truly God incarnate. The title emphasizes the identity of the Person she gave birth to.
What was Saint Mary's response when Gabriel told her she would become the mother of Jesus?
“Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word.”
At what age did Saint Mary traditionally enter the Temple?
Three years old.
What did Saint Mary tell the servants at Cana after speaking to Jesus?
“Whatever He says to you, do it.”
What is one major difference between worship given to God and honor given to Saint Mary?
Worship belongs to God alone. Saint Mary is honored and venerated because of her unique role in God's plan.
Saint Mary is sometimes called the “Second Heaven.” What does this title mean?
Just as heaven is the dwelling place of God, Saint Mary carried God incarnate within her womb, making her a spiritual “heaven” that bore Christ.
What happened to Saint John the Baptist when Mary greeted Elizabeth?
The baby John leaped in Elizabeth's womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.
How long did Saint Mary traditionally remain in the Temple?
Until she was about 12 years old.
What did Jesus say to Saint Mary while He was on the Cross concerning Saint John?
“Woman, behold your son!” referring to John, and then to John, “Behold your mother!”
Saint Mary is called “more honorable than the Cherubim and more glorious beyond compare than the Seraphim.” What is this saying about her?
It expresses her unique honor among God's creation because she carried Christ, the Son of God.