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A sacred table for prayer, sacrifice (symbolically), and communion. Placed in the front of the church and used by the Priest
What is an Altar?
This Sacrament is traditionally performed when children are only a few weeks or months old. It cleanses a person of original sin
What is Baptism
The four weeks of preparation before the celebration of Jesus' birth. Each Sunday is represented by a candle on a wreath.
In this prayer we express praise and honor to God. We praise God for giving us life, for the wonder and beauty of our world, and for all the many blessings we enjoy
What is a Prayer of Blessing and Adoration
Long bench seat made of wood, arranged in rows in the church
What is a pew
This is the most precious of all the Catholic Sacraments. Catholics partake in this Sacrament throughout their lives every time they attend Mass. First Communion is special and often celebrated when a child is around 7 years old.
A six-week period of penance before Easter. Catholics fast for 40 days starting on Ash Wednesday and ends on Easter
What is Lent
Asking God, who loves us very much, for something that we believe is good—for ourselves or for others. By using this form of prayer we are mindful of the needs of others as well as of our own needs.
What is a Prayer of Petition
St. Patrick is one of the most famous patron saints of Ireland: According to the legend, he brought Christianity to the island, made the shamrock fashionable and freed Ireland from snakes.
Who is Saint Patrick
A special bowl or basin in a church that holds water for Christian baptisms, symbolizing cleansing and new spiritual life, often made of stone or metal
What is a Baptismal Fond
A holy union between two Catholics who can support each other in their faith.
What is Matrimony
Recalling the Nativity of Jesus Christ and his birth to the peoples of the world.
What is Christmas
This form of prayer is prayer on behalf of others. This form of prayer can be a source of blessing upon others, the Church, and our world.
What is a Prayer of Intercession
The first Native American saint recognized by the Catholic Church, known as the "Lily of the Mohawks" for her profound faith, devotion to Jesus, and commitment to chastity despite hardship, becoming a model for Indigenous Catholics and the patron saint of ecology, orphans, and Native Americans
Who is Saint Kateri
A raised platform or lectern in a church or chapel from which the preacher delivers a sermon.
What is a Pulpit
This Sacrament is for men who wish to become priests. After their training and ordination ceremony, they work to build up the Church through ministry. This can include serving in a church, completing missions work, offering counseling and more.
What are Holy Orders
This time falls between Christmas and Lent, and between Pentecost and Advent. It therefore takes up the majority of the Church’s year.
This form of prayer helps us to be grateful for God’s many blessings, spiritual and temporal, and helps us to recognize and appreciate all the good things God gives to us.
What is a Prayer of Thanksgiving
He is an Archangel, associated with courage, protection, and divine intervention.
Who is Saint Michael the Archangel
A representation of a cross with a figure of Jesus Christ on it.
What is a Crucifix
Catholics suffering from physical illness can ask a priest to anoint them and pray for their healing. Catholics often receive this Sacrament just before death, and priests speak a special blessing known as the Last Rites.
Comes fifty days after Easter. It celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles 50 days after Jesus' ascension
What is Pentacost
A traditional Catholic devotion honoring Mary, the mother of Jesus
What is the Hail Mary Prayer