SAINTS
According to our faith what is a martyr?
Someone who dies in honor of their faith, and/or in honor of Jesus Christ/God.
How many holy sacraments are there?
7
What is the significance of the feast of Theophania (aka epiphany) celebrated on January 6th?
Commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River revealing the holy trinity.
Genesis
What is the significance of fasting?
To purify the body and soul and teach discipline and humility
Angels are considered as saints in our church.
True or False?
False, because a saint is someone who has either physically or spiritually died in Christ while angels are a divine essence ministering to God through an immortal nature.
What are all of the 7 sacraments?
Baptism, chrismation, eucharist (holy communion), oil anointing, marriage, confession, ordination.
The dormition of the Theotokos (virgin Mary) is celebrated on which day?
August 15
Which prophet is known for being swallowed whole by a great fish in the Old Testament?
The prophet Jonah
What spiritual prayer is emphasized in our church involving the repetitive prayer "Lord Jesus Christ son of God have mercy on me a sinner"
The Jesus prayer/koboskini/prayer rope
How many disciples did Jesus have and name at least five of them.
12 Total (Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Simon, Judas son of James, Judas the Iscariot)
Give at least two ways in which one can prepare themselves in order to take communion.
Fasting, prayer, modesty
What are the two big main feasts that Orthodox Christians do fasting for?
Christmas and Easter
How many books are in the Eastern Orthodox old testament?
49 books
Which saint is often referred to as the "Father of Eastern Orthodox Monasticism" and is known for his wisdom and teachings of prayer?
Saint Anthony the Great
What do saints strive to achieve in order to become a saint?
Theosis, meaning the closer to becoming like God, rooting from the Greek word "Theo" meaning God.
Which sacrament is considered to be the sacrament of healing?
Holy unction/holy oil
Which feast commemorates the holy apostles and is celebrated on the 50th day after Pascha?
The feast of the Pentecost.
In our church, what is the significance of the Gospel readings during Divine Liturgy?
The Gospel readings are central to the liturgy and represent the teachings of Jesus.
What is the term that refers to the person that we seek out to for guidance in our faith?
A spiritual Father/elder
What are name days and how does a saint receive one?
Name days are a type of feast day to remember saints. A saint receives one when he/she reaches theosis and gets celebrated on the day of their death because that marks the day they got to be with our heavenly father.
What are the two primary components of the Eucharist?
Bread and wine which is the body and blood of Jesus Christ.
What is the date that Easter falls on this year?
April 12
In the parable of the good Samaritan, what lesson is being highlighted that is central to our faith's teachings.
The importance of love and compassion for one's neighbor, transcending social and ethnic boundaries.
What is the name of the tradition that focuses on the cultivation of virtues and the avoidance of sin often disused in the writings of holy fathers.
Ascetism