items of the church
Paschal candle
What is Christmas?
recalling the Nativity of Jesus Christ and his manifestation to the peoples of the world on December 25th.
this is done when one passes the altar during Mass and during the Creed at the words that refer directly to the incarnation "By the power of the Holy Spirit, he was born of the Virgin Mary and became man."
Profound bow
The process in which the Church names someone a saint
canonization
What is the cycle of seasons and feast celebrating the presence of the risen Christ with us always.
The vessel which holds the wine that becomes the Precious Blood of Christ.
The chalice
What is Lent?
done during mass at the name of Jesus, of the three Divine Persons (Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit), of Mary, and of the saint in whose honor the Mass is celebrated.
Bow of the head
a sign of God's loving presence with us now
Sacrament.
what is the official church of the bishop of the diocese
cathedral
Used for washing the hands of priests.
Lavabo and pitcher
What is Advent?
4 weeks of preparation before Christmas.
How many times does the bell ring during mass?
four times
A prayer praising or thanking God for someone or something and asking God to be present.
Who receives the sacrament of Holy Orders?
Priest
a sign that the blessed sacrament is in the tabernacle.
What is the Sacred Paschal Triduum?
the three holiest days of the year: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday.
bending of the right knee to the ground. done when entering or leaving the church
genuflection
Someone the Church singles out as an outstanding model of what it means to be like Jesus Christ.
Saint
Who is the greatest saint?
Mary
a small rectangular cloth used for wiping the chalice.
What and when is Ordinary Time?
Divided into two sections: 4-8 weeks after Christmas and 6 months after Easter. Where the faithful consider the fullness of Jesus' teachings and works among his people.
Done 3 times during the Confiteor, acknowledging our sinfulness.
striking the breast/ heart
The entire community of Jesus' followers, those living, those in heaven, and those who have died but have yet to enter heaven.
Communion of Saints
what are the main four colors of the liturgical year?
White, Green, Purple, Red