The Bible
This term, describing the four books that describe the life of Jesus means Good News.
What is the Gospel?
This is the very first part of the Mass where we begin with the Sign of the Cross and ask God for forgiveness.
What is the Introductory Rite?
This saint, known as the “Little Flower,” taught the “Little Way” of doing small things with great love.
Who is St. Thérèse of Lisieux?
The term "Catholic" (as used in the Creed) means this.
What is the universal church?
This Holy Day on December 25 celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
What is Christmas?
This New Testament book is the history of the early church after Jesus ascended to heaven.
What is Acts of the Apostles?
This moment is when the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ.
What is the Consecration?
This saint received the stigmata and is known for saying, “Pray, hope, and don’t worry.”
Who is St. Padre Pio?
He was the first Pope of the Church.
Who is Peter?
Celebrated on January 1, this day honors Mary as the Mother of God.
What is the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God?
This book, which has 150 chapters, is a collection of prayers and poems for good days, bad days, and everything in between.
What is the book of Psalms?
This is the final part of the Mass when the priest or deacon dismisses us to “Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life.”
What is the Concluding Rite?
This saint heard the voice of God telling him to “rebuild My Church,” and is the founder of the Franciscan Order.
Who is St. Francis of Assisi?
The sacraments of Service.
What are Holy Orders and Marriage?
This Holy Day in August celebrates Mary being taken body and soul into heaven.
What is the Assumption of Mary (August 15)?
This Old Testament book of wisdom and drama recounts the story of a man who loses everything and finds that God is with us when life falls apart.
What is Job?
After the priest says, “The Lord be with you,” the congregation responds with these four words.
What is “And with your spirit”?
Known for her work with the poor in India, this saint founded the Missionaries of Charity and said, “Do small things with great love.”
Who is St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa)?
The sacraments of Initiation.
What are Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation?
This day is often assumed to be a Holy Day of Obligation but it is NOT!
What is Ash Wednesday?
Jesus' famous cousin, who was later beheaded for challenging the king.
Who is John the Baptist?
This sacred vessel holds the consecrated hosts and is placed in the tabernacle.
What is a Ciborium?
He was known as the "Cyber-apostle" and was declared the first saint of the new millennium for his work creating a website cataloging Eucharistic miracles.
Who is Carlo Acutis?
What is a Holy Day of Opportunity?