Baptism & Salvation
Through the Sacrament of Baptism, we receive four distinct blessings: Salvation from Original Sin, We Become Sons of God, Membership in the Body of Christ, and The Kingdom of God is ____ for Us.
Opened
Our Lord Jesus Christ instituted the Sacrament of the Eucharist on Great ____ in the upper room of St. Mark's house.
Thursday
Was the Book of Ezra written in the Old Testament or New Testament?
Old Testament
Who did God give Ezra favor with when they were returning to Jerusalem?
The King of Persia.
True or False: The three blessings we receive through the Sacrament of Confirmation are that the Holy Spirit lives in us, enlightens us, and sanctifies us for God.
True
At the wedding of ____, our Lord Jesus Christ blessed marriage by attending with St. Mary and the disciples.
Cana of Galilee
Why did God unleash His wrath on the Israelites?
They disobeyed His word.
What group did Ezra lead, and what were his roles?
He led the second group. He was a priest from the tribe of Levi and a scribe.
What are the two specific blessings we receive through the Sacrament of Repentance and Confession?
True or False: In the Sacrament of the Unction of the Sick, the priest anoints the sick person with Holy Myron oil to heal them physically and spiritually.
False False False False False False
Who conquered the Israelites, and where were they taken captive?
King Nebuchadnezzar; they were taken captive in Babylon.
How many people traveled with Ezra, how long was the journey, and what were they doing during that time?
8,000 people; 4 months; fasting and praying.
What are the four sacraments that are absolutely necessary for salvation that all children of God must receive?
Which specific verse from the Gospel of Matthew is quoted under the Sacrament of Matrimony to show that a married couple is no longer two but one flesh?
Matthew 19:4–6
Who freed the Israelites, and after how many years?
Cyrus, King of Persia; after 70 years.
When the Israelites returned to Jerusalem, what sin did they commit, and how did Ezra respond?
They ignored God's commandments and married pagans. Ezra prayed to God and offered repentance for them.
List the four unique blessings we receive through the Sacrament of the Eucharist.
In the Sacrament of Priesthood, what three things does the Lord give to the chosen men dedicated for service?
After how many years did the Israelites return from Babylon, and how many groups returned?
After 70 years; 3 groups returned.
Why was Ezra an important leader for the Israelites after the exile?
Ezra was dedicated not only to learning God's Word, but also to living by it and teaching it to others.