Sacraments in General
What is one way in which the Church (the MBOC) reflects Jesus clearly?
Saints, works of mercy, evangelization, social justice movements inspired by the Gospel, forgiveness/reconciliation within communities
What is the matter for the Sacrament of Baptism?
Water
What is an effect of the Anointing of the Sick?
Union with the suffering of Christ, strength/peace/courage, the possible restoration of health, and preparation for passing over to eternal life
What is the Scriptural Basis for Matrimony (in the Gospels)?
Wedding Feast at Cana
What is the Scriptural basis for Confirmation?
Pentecost
How does the Church (the MBOC) prevent the world from encountering Jesus?
Historical corruption, clergy abuse scandals, hypocrisy, lack of compassion among members, division.
What is a requirement for receiving the Eucharist?
Eucharist fast (one hour), Confession if not in a state of grace, and belief in the Real Presence
Why do Catholics confess their sins to a priest (instead of directly to God).
Answers may vary. One explanation is that it's what Jesus told us to do!
Who are the ministers for the Sacrament of Matrimony?
The couple getting married.
The priest at Mass is a cheeto-eating drunkard who does nothing but watch TV all day. Is the sacrament still valid?
Yes...ex opere operato!
How is Jesus the perfect Sacrament?
Jesus is the visible sign of the invisible God. He doesn’t just point to God…He IS God.
Name an effect of Baptism OTHER THAN "being freed from original sin."
SOME answers include becoming an adopted child of God, being granted participation in the common priesthood, and dying (then rising) with Christ.
Why does God allow suffering?
It is the means by which we become holy (it's the means of our sanctification).
Why do priests remain celibate?
Answers may vary. One reason is that they are espoused (married) to the Church.
This is the term for the marital act that validifies the marriage (done in private, for obvious reasons...)
Consummation
How are actual and sanctifying grace similar?
They are similar in that they are both gifts from God and help us to lead holy lives.
What is the significance of the priest dismissing Mass by saying “Go forth, the Mass is ended?”
This dismissal sends the congregation out on mission to evangelize and spread the Good News of Jesus Christ.
What is the matter for the Anointing of the Sick?
Oil of the Sick
How does a covenant differ from a contract?
A covenant is an exchange of persons, not just an exchange of goods/services.
What is the matter for the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
Contrition, Confession of Sins, Penance
What is one way in which actual and sanctifying grace are different?
Answers may vary. One answer is that actual grace is available to all people, while sanctifying grace is only available to Catholics
What is the form for the Sacrament of Confirmation?
Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit.
What is the difference between temporal and eternal punishment (other than how long they last)
Temporal punishment is partially remitted, eternal punishment is totally remitted.
How do Catholics and Protestants view Matrimony differently (other than Catholics view it as a Sacrament)?
Answers may vary. One example is that Protestants are more likely to allow divorce.
Why do Catholics baptize infants?