Miracles
What is a miracle?
a powerful sign of God's kingdom worked by Jesus
Who were the two religious groups in the gospels?
Sadducees and Pharisees
Blasphemy means _________
acting or speaking against God
What is the purpose of Baptism?
Reparation means __________
repairing a relationship by making amends
Name the four types of miracles.
Physical healing, nature, exorcisms, and raising from the dead.
What did the Sadducees believe about the resurrection?
They did not believe in the resurrection of Jesus
Who betrayed Jesus?
Judas Iscariot
What is the purpose of the Eucharist?
To bring us into communion with Jesus and commemorate the paschal mystery
What does the Paschal Mystery offer you?
Many blessings especially in the sacrament
Give an example of a nature miracle Jesus performed for his mother.
The Wedding at Cana (water --> wine)
What did the Pharisees believe about the resurrection?
They believed in the resurrection
What was the meaning of Jesus' death?
Jesus died to liberate all from sin
The forgiveness of sins
How many times does Jesus ask Peter if he loves him? What is this connected to?
Three times referring to the three times Peter denied Jesus
Give two examples of a "raising from the dead" miracle.
The raising of Jairus's daughter and Lazarus.
What did the Sadducees focus on and what did the Pharisees focus on?
Sadducees-temple Pharisees-synagogue and torah
What is another word for the second coming of Christ?
Parousia
What is the anointing of the sick?
a sacrament giving strength and blessings to someone who is struggling with their health
What is the ascension?
When Jesus ascended into Heaven
What was the example of the exorcism we talked about?
The Demoniac at Capernaum
What is the name origin of Pharisees?
The word Pharisee means "separated ones" as the Pharisees distinguish themselves from lukewarm believers
Who was the first one to see Jesus' empty tomb?
Mary Magdeline
What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit?
Wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety and reverence (fear of the Lord)
What is the difference between the ascension and the assumption?
During the ascension, Jesus ascended into Heaven and during the assumption, Mary was assumed into Heaven. This is also different because Mary did not die.