Eparchial Questions
What is the name of our church?
St. Alphonsa Syro-Malabar Catholic Cathedral Church
What are the three pillars of Lent?
Prayer, Abstinence, Almsgiving
What day of the week is Easter celebrated?
Sunday
True or False: St. Joseph is the patron saint of all fathers.
True
What is believing even when we cannot see?
Faith
What is the name of our eparchy?
Eparchy of Mississauga
When did Jesus first institute the Holy Qurbana?
Holy Thursday/Pesaha
What is the Sunday before Easter called?
Palm Sunday
Who is the leader of the Holy Family?
St. Joseph
What is the word for waiting for something good even when things are not perfect?
Hope
How many years has it been since our eparchy was established?
10 years
How many days do Syro-Malabar Catholics fast during Lent?
50
True or False: When Mary Magdalene entered the tomb, she saw Jesus' dead body.
False, for He is Risen
What is the name of our bishop?
H.E Mar. Jose Kalluvelil
"_______ your enemies, pray for those who persecute you."
Love
What is the theme of our Decennial year?
The Holy Eucharistic Year
On what day do Syro Malabarians receive ashes on their foreheads?
Ash Monday
What do Easter eggs symbolize?
New Life
What month is dedicated to St. Joseph?
March
True or False: Jesus died on the cross only for His disciples.
False. Jesus died for the entire human race, God's own people
What special event is our eparchy celebrating this year?
The Decennial Year of Our Eparchy
Which mystery of the Holy Rosary helps us remember the Passion of Christ?
Sorrowful Mysteries
Why is Easter the most important celebration for Catholics?
Easter celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus which proves that He is still alive.
When is the feast day of St. Joseph?
March 19
What is the week from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday called?
Holy Week