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what are the seven sacraments

Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Matrimony, Reconciliation, Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick

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Who were the first two apostles called by Jesus, and what were their professions?

Simon Peter and Andrew; they were fishermen.

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Who was the first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel?

Saul

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What event marks the beginning of creation in the Bible?

God creating the heavens and the earth, as described in Genesis 1.

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What is the first season of the liturgical year?

Advent

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What are the three types of sacraments?

initiation, service, healing

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Which apostle is traditionally considered the author of the Book of Revelation?

St. John the Apostle.

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Who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai?

Moses

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What significant event happened at Mount Sinai after the Israelites escaped from Egypt?

God gave Moses the Ten Commandments.

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Which liturgical season lasts 40 days and prepares Christians for Easter?

Lent
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What is the Council of Trent and the Sacraments?

The 19th ecumenical council who defined the 7 sacraments.

300

What is the symbolic representation of St. Peter, and why is it significant?

The keys, symbolizing the authority given to him by Jesus to "bind and loose" and his role as the first leader of the Church (Matthew 16:19).

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Who was the prophet that defeated the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel by calling down fire from heaven?

Elijah

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What miraculous event allowed the Israelites to cross into the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership?

The parting of the Jordan River.

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What is the name of the three-day celebration that begins with Holy Thursday and ends with Easter Sunday?

The Triduum (Holy Triduum or Paschal Triduum).

400

What is the proper disposition?

To be in the right state of mind and have a heart full of grace.

400

Which apostle doubted Jesus’ resurrection until he saw and touched His wounds?

St. Thomas, also known as "Doubting Thomas."

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Which queen saved her people from destruction by courageously approaching the king and exposing a plot against the Jews?

Queen Esther

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What event marked the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and the birth of the Church?

Pentecost.

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What is the liturgical color used during the season of Advent, and what does it symbolize?

Purple (or violet), symbolizing preparation and penance.

500

what is the matter form, recipient, and the category of all the sacraments

Baptism:

  • Matter: Water (immersion, pouring, or sprinkling).
  • Form: "I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."
  • Recipient: Any unbaptized person (infant or adult).
  • Category: Sacrament of Initiation.

Confirmation: 

  • Matter: Sacred Chrism (oil) and the laying on of hands.
  • Form: "Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit."
  • Recipient: A baptized person not yet confirmed.
  • Category: Sacrament of Initiation.

Eucharist:

  • Matter: Bread (wheat) and wine (grape).
  • Form: Words of consecration: "This is my Body... This is the chalice of my Blood..."
  • Recipient: A baptized person in a state of grace.
  • Category: Sacrament of Initiation.

Penance:

  • Matter: Acts of the penitent: contrition, confession, and satisfaction (penance).
  • Form: Words of absolution: "I absolve you from your sins in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."
  • Recipient: A baptized person who has committed sin after Baptism.
  • Category: Sacrament of Healing.

Anointing of the Sick:

  • Matter: Oil of the Sick and the laying on of hands.
  • Form: Prayer of the priest: "Through this holy anointing, may the Lord in His love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit."
  • Recipient: A baptized person in danger of death due to sickness or old age.
  • Category: Sacrament of Healing.

Holy Orders:

  • Matter: Laying on of hands by the bishop.
  • Form: Prayer of ordination according to the specific order (deacon, priest, bishop).
  • Recipient: A baptized man who meets the Church's requirements.
  • Category: Sacrament of Service.

Matrimony:

  • Matter: Mutual consent of the man and woman (exchange of vows).
  • Form: The exchange of vows expressing mutual consent.
  • Recipient: A baptized man and woman free to marry.
  • Category: Sacrament of Service.
500

Who replaced Judas Iscariot as one of the Twelve Apostles, and how was he chosen?

St. Matthias, chosen by casting lots among the disciples (Acts 1:26).

500

Who was the youngest son of Jesse, chosen by God and anointed by Samuel to become the king of Israel?

David

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What event occurred when Jesus fed a multitude of 5,000 people with five loaves of bread and two fish?

The Miracle of the Feeding of the 5,000.

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What is the longest season in the liturgical year?

Ordinary Time

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