The Saints
What is the "Abode of the Saints," where there is no pain or sadness?
Heaven
In the Orthodox Church, what respectful term do we use to describe Christians who have died and are waiting with God?
At Rest or Departed
What is the meaning of the Syriac word "Ooshaino" (Hosanna) which the children shouted on Palm Sunday?
"Save, now" (or "Save, I pray")
What are the two names we use in the Church for the great Feast of the Resurrection when Jesus defeated death?
Easter and Qyamtha
What special prayer summarizes the true faith of our Church, matches the Scriptures, and is recited together by everyone during the Liturgy?
Nicene Creed
What do we call it when the saints in heaven pray to God on our behalf, just like our friends and family pray for us on earth?
Intercession
Jesus felt deeply sad when this good friend passed away, but because Jesus is God, He called him out of his tomb after four days and made him alive again. Who was he?
Lazarus
When Jesus entered Jerusalem like a great King, He didn't ride a grand horse. What animal did he ride upon?
Donkey
Before Jesus gave us the New Passover, the Jewish people celebrated Passover to remember the "Exodus." What does the word Exodus mean?
When a group of people leave a place together (like the Israelites leaving Egypt with Moses).
In the special prayer "Oh Merciful Lord," what word do we use that means "to give fresh life or revive" when we ask God to wake up our departed ones?
Renew
Who is the saint known as "Golden-Mouthed" because he was a great preacher?
St. John Chrysostom
In our prayers for the departed, we ask God to make them dwell in the "bosom" of which three great Old Testament forefathers?
Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob
What day did Jesus celebrate the New Passover and start the first Holy Qurbana?
Holy Thursday/Pesaha
On Good Friday, the Church holds two of these special walks to remember Jesus carrying His Cross to Golgotha, and later, His body being taken down to be buried. What are they called?
Processions
Because we believe Jesus is God who became a man and taught the Apostles, we are an "Apostolic Church." Which Apostle traveled far to bring the Gospel to India?
St. Thomas
Who was a holy bishop known for his deep prayers and fasting, and he was the very first saint from India to be officially recognized by our Malankara Orthodox Church.
St. Geevarghese Mar Gregorios of Parumala
What is the day between Good Friday and Easter when we remember all the departed?
Holy Saturday
We do this action bending down to touch the ground during Holy Week (but never on Sundays). What is this called?
Prostrations
The Divine Liturgy has different stages. In which specific stage does the priest prepare the bread and wine on the altar while the Old Testament lessons are read to the congregation?
The Preparation stage
Name all churches in the "Oriental Orthodox Family."
Ethiopian, Coptic, Armenian, Syrian, Indian/Malankara, Eritrean
Who are three saints known as the Great Church Fathers who defended the faith and defined the Trinity?
St. Basil the Great, St. Gregory the Theologian, and St. John Chrysostom
Which part of the church is kept open to remind us that the departed are praying with us
Center Aisle
This major day marks the very start of Holy Week, celebrating Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem. What is it called?
Bonus: What two things did the happy crowds and little children carry and throw on the ground to welcome Jesus into Jerusalem?
Palm Sunday (or Hosanna/Ooshaino)
Palm leaves (or branches) and flowers.
The Liturgy of the Eucharist is the heart of the service. Name at least two actions that take place during this specific part of the Holy Qurbana.
he Kiss of Peace, Words of Institution, Calling of the Holy Spirit, Intercession, Fraction, Holy Communion, or Post-Communion
According to the Creed, Jesus will come again in great glory to do this.
Bonus:
Fill in the missing word from the Nicene Creed: "We believe in One, Holy, __________, and Apostolic Church."
Judge both the living and the dead
Catholic