Sacraments
Virtues
Works of Mercy
Precepts of the Church
Misc.
100
In this sacrament of initiation we become sharers in Christ's body and blood. It is the source and summit of Christian life.
What is Holy Eucharist?
100
Through this theological virtue we love God above all things, and our neighbor as ourselves. The practice of all the virtues is animated and inspired by this virtue.
What is Charity?
100
This corporal work of mercy can be performed by helping at a food pantry or soup kitchen.
What is "Feed the Hungry?"
100
We are obligated to attend Mass on these days.
What are Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation?
100
This is the first joyful mystery. We remember this event in the life of Christ every time we pray the Angelus - "The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary..."
What is the Annunciation?
200
In this sacrament of initiation, the Holy Spirit comes to us in a special way and enables us to profess our faith as strong and perfect Christians and soldiers of Jesus Christ.
What is Confirmation?
200
Through this cardinal virtue we maintain a constant and firm will to give our due to God and to our neighbor. We seek equality and the common good.
What is Justice?
200
This corporal work of mercy can be performed by donating blood, or spending time with a patient at a nursing home or hospital.
What is "Visit the Sick?"
200
We are obligated to confess our sins at least this often.
What is once per year?
200
This mark of the Church means it is both “universal” and “comprehensive.” We minister to the totality of humanity, and the totality of the human person. Everything a person needs for salvation can be found in the Church.
What is "Catholic?"
300
This sacrament of initiation can be received only once, and seals the Christian with an indelible spiritual mark of belonging to Christ. Blessed water washes away original sin.
What is Baptism?
300
Through this theological virtue, a person freely commits their entire self to God. It is often symbolized in art by pointing to heaven.
What is Faith?
300
This corporal work of mercy can be performed by placing flags or flowers at a cemetery, or assisting with a funeral Mass.
What is "Bury the Dead?"
300
We are obligated to receive the sacrament of the Eucharist at least during this season.
What is Easter?
300
This is the fourth sorrowful mystery. We remember this event in the life of Christ when we participate in Stations of the Cross.
What is "Jesus Carries His Cross?"
400
In this sacrament of healing, a person repents of doing wrong, confesses his or her sins, commits to performing penance, and receives absolution.
What is Reconciliation?
400
Through this theological virtue we place our trust in Christ’s promises, relying not on our own strength, but on the help of the grace of the Holy Spirit. It is expressed and nourished in prayer, especially in the Our Father.
What is Hope?
400
This spiritual work of mercy can be performed by lending a listening ear or writing a card of sympathy for someone going through a tough time.
What is "Comfort the Sorrowful?"
400
We are obligated to observe these days of discipline, which prepare us for the liturgical feasts and help us acquire mastery over our instincts and freedom of heart.
What are days of fasting and abstinence?
400
In observing this fifth commandment, we respect the sanctity of human life from conception until natural death. We avoid unjust anger, hatred, and revenge. We reject violence as a means to an end. We pursue peaceful means whenever possible, and avoid stockpiling weapons (as well as spiteful remarks).
What is "You shall not kill?"
500
All sacraments are outward signs instituted by Christ and confer this gift, which enables us to participate in the life of God.
What is grace?
500
This cardinal virtue disposes practical reason to discern our true good in every circumstance and choose the right means of achieving it. With the help of this virtue we apply moral principles to particular cases without error and overcome doubts about the good to achieve and the evil to avoid.
What is Prudence?
500
This spiritual work of mercy is performed when we let go of grudges.
What is "Forgive Injuries?"
500
With this precept, the faithful are obliged to assist with the material needs of the Church, each according to his or her own ability. We are encouraged to contribute some combination of time, talent, and treasure.
What is "Provide for the Needs of the Church?"
500
When we pray this second luminous mystery, we remember how Christ began his public ministry by transforming 6 stone jars of water into wine at his mother's request.
What is the Wedding Feast at Cana?
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