gifts of the holy spirit
how many gifts of the holy spirit are there ?
7
What is Pentecost considered of the church ?
The birthday of the church.
What is the sacred chrism ?
A perfumed oil consecrated by the bishop.
What is baptism ?
The sacrament in which we are freed from original sin, and welcomed into the church.
Over how many saints are there ?
10,000
what is the meaning of understanding ?
to accept things that come your way
What does the word "fire" suggest ?
suggests warmth, strength, and energy.
To receive confirmation means you...
fulfill the steps in initiation.
What does the white garment symbolize ?
It is a symbol of purity and new life.
What are two of the Joyful mysteries ?
1. Annunciation
2. The visitation
3. The birth of Jesus (nativity)
4. The presentation of Jesus
5. Finding Jesus in the temple
what does councel mean ?
knowing between right or wrong / Right Judgement
what does the word "Spirit" represent
Hebrew for wind and travels with you.
What happens during the "Renewal of Baptismal Promises" ?
Each candidate will be asked a question about what they believe.
What is a good parent ?
A good parent is a Baptized Catholic who is chosen to guide a person in their faith.
Who were the 4 gospel writers and what are their symbols ?
1. Matthew, symbol- Angel
2. Mark, symbol- Lion
3. Luke, symbol- Ox
4. John, symbol- Eagle
what is the meaning of wisdom ?
allows you to understand things from Gods point of view or recognize the truth.
What are two things the apostles did after Pentecost ?
1. spread the good news all over the world (Christianity).
2. Lay their hands on the person as a sign of God's blessing.
What does the laying of the hands represent ?
being strengthened and guided by the Holy Spirit as the apostles Baptized many who came to believe.
what are two or three rules to be a god parent ?
1. You must have all sacraments of initiation.
2. You must be at least 16 years of age.
3. You must be an example of Christian faith.
What is the deposit of faith ?
the whole collection of everything God has revealed so we can be saved.
What is the meaning of Fear of the Lord ?
Being in awe of God's creations.
what do we call the people receiving Confirmation ?
Confirmandi, Confimands, Candidates.
What does the Bishop say when confirming you and what is it called ?
" Be sealed with the gifts of the holy spirit"
It is called the order of confirmation.
What are 3 times that water was presented in the bible ?
1. Noah's flood
2. The Red Sea
3. Moses striking the rock
4. Wine into water
5. Walking on water
6. Bleeding of water
7. Creation
What were the three things Simeon said will happen during Jesus' life ?
1. He will be the messiah
2. People will and will not like Jesus
3. Great sorrow will be endured