Mary's Yes
What did the Angel Gabriel announce or reveal to Mary in Luke chapter 1?
She was to give birth to Jesus.
What do we call the first sin of Adam and Eve?
What did Mary never do during her entire life?
She never sinned.
During Advent, we should try to be like __________ and imitate her faith and obedience.
Mary
What is the virtue by which we are disposed to worship?
Religion
Through whose power did Jesus become man in Mary's womb?
Through the power of the Holy Spirit.
The "woman" that God speaks of in Genesis 3:15 could refer to whom?
Eve or Mary
What do we call Mary's being conceived in her mother's womb and born without original sin?
The Immaculate Conception
What do we call the calendar of the Church?
The liturgical calendar
What is the virtue by which we give honor and service to those we are indebted to?
Piety
Why does the Angel Gabriel praise Mary in Luke chapter 1?
For the grace God has given her (she is full of grace).
Who is the offspring of Eve (and Mary) who brought about the salvation of mankind.
Jesus Christ
What is Mary a model of for us?
Virtue
What season is the beginning of the liturgical year and a time of preparation and penance leading up to Christmas?
Advent
What is the virtue whereby we follow the commands of those in rightful authority over us?
Obedience
What does it mean when Mary said, "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be done unto me according to your word"?
She accepted God's plan and said yes.
Why do we call Mary the "New Eve"?
Because she obeyed God and helped bring Jesus into the world, whereas Eve's disobedience brought sin into the world.
In addition to preserving Mary from Original Sin, what else did God give her to a supreme degree?
All other graces and virtues!
During Advent, what are we preparing to celebrate at Christmas?
The first coming of Christ at His Birth.
Instead of abolishing the Old Law, what did Jesus do?
Fulfilled it.
What great honor did Mary receive by saying yes to God's plan?
She became the Mother of God.
What does God's work of salvation bring about?
Forgiveness of sins and the gift of friendship with God.
Why did God preserve Mary from Original Sin?
To prepare her for His plan and for His perfect Son to enter a perfect person.
How do we participate in God's work during Advent?
By being "alert" and preparing for the coming of Jesus. This could be by praying more, making small sacrifices, and serving others, just like Mary served Elizabeth.
What is the law given by God to Moses and the prophets?
The Old Law