Sacraments
This is the name of the complete change of the substance of bread and wine into the substance of Christ's body and blood by a validly ordained priest during the consecration at Mass
What is Transubstantiation.
This Apostle received his name change directly from Jesus:
A. Peter B. Paul C. James D. Judas
Who is A. Peter.
This is the most commonly repeated phrase in the whole Bible, in both the Old Testament and the New Testament.
What is "Have no fear!" or "Do not be afraid!"
This many season make up the liturgical year
A. Three B. Four C. Five D. Six
What is D. Six (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Triduum, Easter, Ordinary Time)
According to a Pew Research Center study in 2010, this country contains the largest population of Catholics
A. United States B. Mexico C. Philippines D. Brazil
What is D. Brazil
(Mexico is 2nd)
In the Catholic Church, all records of Sacraments for an individual are kept at the Church of ______________?
A. Baptism B. Holy Communion C. Confirmation D. Marriage
What is A. Baptism.
This is a title given by the Catholic Church to individuals recognized as having made significant contribution to theology or doctrine through their research, study, or writing.
A. Saint B. Doctor C. Vicar D. Canon
What is B. Doctor.
The shortest verse in the Bible can be found in the book of John 11:35 "Jesus wept" - who or what was Jesus weeping over?
A. For Jerusalem and its impending destruction
B. For our sins
C. For disbelief of the Apostle Thomas
D. For the death of Lazarus
What is D. The Death of Lazarus.
The symbol of the eagle represents this Gospel
What is the Gospel of John.
Matthew = Human/Angel
Mark = Lion
Luke = Ox
John = Eagle
This is the announcement when the Angel Gabriel told Mary that she was “full of grace” and would become the Mother of the Messiah? Hint: This is the first Joyful Mystery of the Rosary
What is the Annunciation.
Extreme Unction is the former name of this Sacrament?
What is Anointing of the Sick.
This Pope earned the nickname “Johnny Walker” for his tendency to sneak out of the Vatican at night to walk the streets of Rome, despite his large size.
A. John Paul II B. John XXIII C. Benedict XVI D. Paul VI
Who is John XXIII.
In 2 Kings Chapter 2, we read about a group of boys who heckle Elisha on his way to Bethel. This is what were they jeering at him:
A. Liar! B. False Prophet! C. Get out of here baldy! D. Beelzebul!
What is "Get out of here baldy!"
This word means "of the same substance or essence"
What is "Consubstantial"
This popular snack was invented in the 7th century as a food for Lent, when all types of meat, dairy and eggs were prohibited.
A. Hot cross buns B. Pretzels C. Soda Crackers D. Pita Bread
What is B. Pretzels
Within certain rites within Eastern Catholicism, these three sacraments can be received at the same time.
What are Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation.
This famous Nazarite broke each of his Nazarite Vows (abstaining from alcohol, touching a corpse and cutting hair) after he fell in love with Delilah.
Who is Samson.
This book of the Bible uses sexual imagery to describe humanity's relationship with God.
What is the Song of Songs.
St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican is the largest church in the world. This Church is the 2nd largest:
A. Cathedral Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady Aparecida (Aprecidea, Brazil)
B. Cathedral of St. Mary of the See (Seville, Spain)
C. Cathedral of Saint John the Divine (NY, NY)
D. Liverpool Cathedral (Liverpool, UK)
What is A. Cathedral Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady Aparecidea (Brazil)
(Up to 70,000 people can be accommodated. The grounds contain a shopping mall, medical clinic, restaurants and a 2,930,000 sq ft parking lot that can hold 4,000 buses and 6,000 cars.)
The name for this popular beverage takes its name from a group of friars, whose robes were of a similar color.
A. Espresso B. Chai Tea C. Oolong Tea D. Cappuccino
What is D. Cappuccino
"'Cappuccino' takes its name from the Capuchin friars: the color of the espresso mixed with frothed milk was similar to the color of the Capuchin robe.