Sacraments
What's so ordinary about Ordinary Time?
Ordinary Time is made up of the days of the Church year that are not Advent, Christmas, Lent, or Easter.
What was St. Joseph's occupation?
The Greek word "τεκτων" (or tekton) was used to describe the trade of Jesus' father has come to be translated as carpenter, builder or artisan. (In fact, Mark 6:3 also refers to Jesus, himself, as a "τεκτων.") Joseph may have been very skilled at ornate woodwork or he may have been a construction worker. He also may have worked with wood, iron, or stone.
What did God say after He created Adam?
"I can do better than that." And so, He created woman.
In the Catholic faith, Christmas is second in importance only to which annual celebration?
Christmas, the commemoration of the divine Word at the birth of Jesus, is second in importance only to the annual celebration of Easter, The resurrection and ascension of the Lord Jesus after crucifixion.
What is "Jesus"? name in Hebrew? and what does it mean?
Jesus' name in Hebrew was Yeshua or Yeshua Bar Yosef” (Jesus son of Joseph) , which translates to "Joshua" in English and means "God Saves"
What animal did Noah find it difficult to trust?
The cheetah
In this sacrament our sins are forgiven by God and the Church. Double points: What prayer do you say to ask forgiveness? Triple points: Recite the prayer (any version) (No Lifelines!)
Reconciliation or Confession or Penance |--| Double points: Act of Contrition |--| Triple Points: My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Saviour Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In His Name, my God, have mercy. Amen.
What is the mystery of God "becoming flesh" which means that God became one of us.
The Incarnation
What is the best way to get to Paradise?
Turn right and go straight.
What prayers are recited during the Rosary?
The prayers are: Apostles Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, Fatima Prayer, Hail Holy Queen, Prayer After The Rosary.
Why do Catholics receive ashes on their foreheads on Ash Wednesday?
On Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent, Catholics go to church to receive ashes on their foreheads as an outward sign of penance and a reminder of their mortality. The blessed ashes are placed on the forehead, in the shape of a cross, as we are reminded, “Remember that thou art dust and unto dust thou shalt return.”
The ___________ are the first four books of the New Testament and contain the written memeory of the words and deeds of Jesus. Double Points: Who wrote them, and who were these people?
The Gospels, which were written by Matthiew, Mark, Luke and John, disciples of Jesus.
Where is the first tennis match mentioned in the Bible?
When Joseph served in Pharaoh's court
Jesus gave us ways of living that if practiced, can help us be truly happy, and devoted disciple. What are these ways of living called? Double points: Give a specific example, also.
The Beatitudes |--| Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are the meek: for they shall possess the land. Blessed are they who mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after justice: for they shall have their fill. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the clean of heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are they that suffer persecution for justice' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Name the 7 Sacraments of the Roman Catholic Church and Describe each.
Sacraments of Christian Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist
Sacraments of Healing - Penance and Reconciliation Anointing of the Sick
Sacraments of Service - Matrimony, Holy Orders
Which days are the Holy Days of Obligation and why are they called that?
Sundays, January 1: Solemnity of Mary May 29: Ascension of Jesus Sunday; August 15: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary November 1 : Solemnity of All Saints December 8: Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary December 25: Christmas
Holy days of obligation celebrate important events in the lives of Jesus, Mary, and the saints.
They are a way to honor God and give thanks for the gift of salvation. Holy days of obligation are days when Catholics are required to attend Mass and avoid work. These days are called "obligations" because the Catholic Church expects Catholics to participate in them.
How many extra books does the Catholic bible contain, that the Protestant bible does not?
7 books - Baruch, Judith, 1 Maccabees,2 Maccabees,
Sirach, Tobit, Wisdom
The Catholic Bible also has longer versions of the Book of Daniel and the Book of Esther than the Protestant Bible.
I am the garden where Jesus prayed before his crucifixion. What kind of garden am I?
Garden of Gethsemane
What profession of faith do we recite every mass? What council deemed it's use? Triple points: Recite the entire thing, without help.
The Nicene Creed, adopted in the city of Nicaea by the first Ecumenical Council, which met in the year 325 AD. |--| We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshipped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.