PERSON
Name 5 of the 8 categories of people that serve the church during almost all masses.
Hint: Priest and Deacon are NOT part of the 8!!!
1. Lector; 2. Eucharistic Ministers; 3. Altar Servers; 4. Offering Collectors; 5. Gift Bearers; 6. Choir; 7. Congregants; 8. Children's Liturgy of the Word
The semicircular area at the front of the church where the altar is located is called what?
The Apse
What are the first 4 symbolic actions that you do when you arrive at mass?
1. Bless yourself with Holy Water; 2. Genuflect toward the tabernacle before entering a pew; 3. Make the sign of the cross; and 4. Pray
Where the consecrated Eucharist is kept is called what?
The Tabernacle
The Rosary.
What is the title given to an ordained minister of the church?
Who is the ordained minister assigned to St. Denis?
An ordained minister serves the Catholic Church in numerous ways. Name 3 of them.
Deacon Michael ("Mike") Hafferty
1. Proclaim the Gospel during Mass; 2. Deliver the Homily during Mass; 3. Teach Adult Immediate Confirmation Prep; 4. Baptize; 5. Lead the Congregation in Prayer; 6. Witness Marriages; 7. Conduct Wakes/Funerals; 7. Pray multiple times a day.
What is the name of the room where sacred vestments and liturgical vessels are stored is called?
The Sacristy
During Mass, the Liturgy of the Word is made up of 6 parts. Name them.
1. First Reading; 2. Responsorial Psalm; 3. Second Reading; 4. The Alleluia (Gospel Acclamation); 5. Gospel Reading; and 6. Homily
What is the cup called that holds the wine that becomes the blood of Jesus at the Consecration?
The chalice
The 14 images depicting the Jesus Christ on the day of his crucifixion are called what?
The Stations of the Cross
What is the title given to a male who has obtained a Bachelors Degree, attended seminary, received the sacrament of Holy Orders, and is appointed by the Bishop to serve a Catholic parish?
What is the name of this person at St. Denis?
Priest
Father Juan Escudero
The area of the church were the congregation sits is called what?
The Nave
Nicene Creed (I believe)
BONUS: 1,000 POINTS - If at least 2 members of your team can recite the Nicene Creed LOUD AND PROUD for all to hear.
What is the name of the cup-like container with a lid that holds the Body of Christ inside the Tabernacle
The ciborium
Jesus has taken on every sin that is committed and must suffer for them. When we commit a sin, we should not ignore it, but examine our conscience to understand how it happened, what we could do differently and ask God's forgiveness. The act of apologizing and seeking God's forgiveness is called what?
Reconciliation
What is the title of the person chosen by the Pope to oversee an entire county of Catholic churches including supervising all of the priests, deacons and spiritual leaders?
What is the name of this person for Worcester County in which St. Denis is a part?
Bishop Robert McManus
What is the consecrated area around the altar called?
The Sanctuary
The busiest part of the Mass takes place during Liturgy of the Eucharist/Preparation of the Gifts which make up the Paschal Mystery. Name 4 of the 8 activities that take place.
1. The offering is collected; 2. The gifts (water, wine, offering) are presented to Father Juan; 3. Father Juan leads the congregation in pray asking for God to accept our sacrifice; 4. Father Juan/Deacon Mike prepare the altar; 5. Father Juan recites the Preface of the Eucharistic Prayer; 6. The congregation sings the acclamation (Holy, Holy); 7. Father Juan prays the Eucharistic Prayer; and 8. The congregation sings 1 of the 3 the acclamations of the Mystery of Faith
What is the name of the metal container suspended from chains, in which incense is burned during worship services?
The Thurible
We are able to approach the altar and receive Holy Communion after we have participated in these 4 mysteries during Mass.
1. Cleansed our heart by acknowledging our sins and asking for God's forgiveness; 2. Believing that Christ's sacrifice of his life for us is real; 3. Accepting that by God's Mercy and Grace we are freed from our sin; and 4. Showing love and gratitude toward Jesus for his sacrifice in our thoughts, our words and our actions.
What is the title given to the worldwide leader of the Catholic Church who is also the Bishop of Rome?
Who is the current leader of the Catholic Church?
How did the current leader get chosen?
Pope
Pope Francis
The College of Cardinals elect the Pope. There are 222 cardinals from all over the world, but only 120 are designated electors.
The Church is described as a formidable piece of heaven on earth. What 3 things does the Church do to bring us closer to heaven?
The Church's primary mission is to carry on what Jesus started - 1. to continue the sacred signs of Jesus (the sacraments); 2. to pass on Jesus' words; and 3. to act with love and charity.
The pinnacle of the Mass is the Communion Rite which involves more than receiving communion. In fact there are 6 different parts of the Communion Rite. What are they?
1. The Lord's Prayer; 2. The Prayer of Peace and the Sign of Peace Greeting; 3. The Agnes Dei (Lamb of God); 4. The Communion Prayer (Behold the Lamb of God; 5. Reverently receive the Body & Blood of Christ (Eucharist and Wine) - bowing their heads before receiving; and 6. Kneel and pray until both Father Juan and Deacon Mike are seated
This object reveals the entire meaning of the Catholic trilogy and is located above the altar.
The crucifix
The precise moment in the Mass in which Heaven and Earth are connected and the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ is called what?
Transubstantiation