Lent
How many days does Lent last?
40 days.
BONUS QUESTION: What do the 40 days of Lent represent?
According to the Bible, God created the world in this number of days.
6
What did Jesus saved us from?
Sin
BONUS QUESTION: If he saved us from sin, why is there still sin in the world?
These are placed on our forehead in the shape of a cross and are black…
Ashes
This Person of the Trinity is received in a special way during Confirmation.
The Holy Spirit.
What day marks the beginning of Lent?
Ash Wednesday
BONUS QUESTION: Where do Ash Wednesday ashes come from?
Which Person of the Trinity became human?
Jesus (the Son)
What was the sponge soaked in vinegar used for during the Passion of the cross?
It was used to quench Jesus's thirst.
What are the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit?
The Holy Trinity.
What do we do to prepare for prayer?
- Quiet our mind and hearts.
- Choose a reverent posture.
- Slow down and be present.
What color is traditionally used in churches during Lent?
Purple
Say the first sentence of the Apostle's Creed
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth...
Finish the prayer “We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you…”
“because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.”
BONUS QUESTION: When do we do this prayer?
This smoky incense burned during Mass symbolizes prayers rising to heaven.
incense
Name three of the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, Fear of the Lord.
Lent prepares us to celebrate what major feast?
Easter
DAILY DOUBLE
"Pray it to Win it"
The "Glory Be" prayer
What was the ladder used for during the Passion of the cross?
The ladder was used to take the body of Jesus down from the cross.
This heart surrounded by thorns represents Jesus’ love and suffering for humanity.
The Sacred Heart
DAILY DOUBLE
"Wrong Answers only"
Why does the Bishop slap your cheek at confirmation? (Note: that is not the case anymore, but it used to)
What does the word “Lent” mean?
Springtime
What is the 3rd commandment?
Remember to keep holy the Lord's day.
BONUS QUESTION: What does this commandment tells us?
Jesus willingly died to bring forgiveness and restore our relationship with God. This act is called our salvation or our __________.
Redemption.
DAILY DOUBLE
"See it to Win it"
Name TWO visible symbols used during the Sacrament of Confirmation
What does the bishop use to trace a cross on the candidate’s forehead?
Chrism Oil.