Bible Facts
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
How many books are there in the Catholic Bible?
73 books.
46 in the Old Testament, and 27 in the New Testament.
What was Jesus' first miracle?
Turning water into wine.
What is the sacred elevated table where the sacrifice of Mass is offered called?
The Altar
How many sacraments are there? Name them
Baptism, Holy Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony.
Who is the patron saint of parish priests?
St. John Marie Vianney
Which are the first and last books of the Bible?
The first book is Genesis, and the last book is Revelation.
How many baskets were left over after feeding the 5000?
12 baskets
Name the two primary parts of the Mass
The Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
What are the Sacraments of Initiation?
Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation
Which saint is widely known as the "Saint of the gutters"?
St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa)
In which book of the Bible is the story of Noah's ark located?
The Book of Genesis
Whose mother-in-law did Jesus heal from a fever in Capernaum?
Simon Peter
What colour is worn during Advent and Lent to represent penance and preparation?
Violet
Name the two Sacraments of Healing
Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick
Which saint is known as the patron saint of students?
St. Thomas Aquinas
What is the shortest verse in the Bible?
"Jesus wept."
John 11:35
Which body of water did Jesus walk on?
Sea of Galilee
What are the small vessels that hold the water and wine before they are brought to the altar called?
Cruets
Name the three holy oils used for the sacraments
Oil of the Sick, Oil of the Catechumens, and Holy Chrism
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
The saints in the Catholic Church are traditionally commemorated on the date of their death. Who is the only saint whose BIRTHDAY is celebrated by the church?
St. John the Baptist
Matthew - The Winged Man (or Angel)
Mark - The Winged Lion
Luke - The Winged Ox
John - The Eagle
Which is the only miracle recorded in all four gospels of the Bible?
The Feeding of the 5000
Name the two main books used during the Mass.
The Roman Missal and the Lectionary
What are the symbols used during baptism?
Water, holy oils, white garment, baptismal candle.
Which saint is known for saying, "To always be close to Jesus, that's my life plan"?
St. Carlo Acutis