Bible Story
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What does Christmas celebrate?
Jesus's birthday
When is All Saints Day?
November 1
What is big change happened in regards to changing our church (the building)?
moving the Tabernacle
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
What was the king's name at the time Jesus was born?
Herod the king
How many Sundays are in Advent?
4
Who visited Mary and told her about the coming of Jesus?
The Angel Gabriel
Why did we move the Tabernacle there?
The tabernacle was moved to the center of the church. Christ should be in the center of our lives.
In which modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born in?
Turkey
How did the three wise men knew where to find Jesus exactly?
They followed the star
What is the meaning of Advent?
Coming or arrival
Who is known as the first martyr?
Saint Stephen
Which famous figure in the Catholic church passed away recently?
Pope Benedict XVI passed away December 31, 2022. If you haven't prayed for him yet, please do so.
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
There are four candles lit up during Advent. What color are they in order of being lit?
Purple, purple, pink, purple
Santa Claus is based on a real person. Who is Saint Nicholas?
He is the patron saint of children. (He was a bishop during the 4th century)
What was Mother Teresa's second miracle that made her become a saint?
Marcilio Andrino recovered from brain tumor without surgery (comatozed and near death).
Fill in the blank. "And you, O Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who will _______ my people Israel."
shepherd
There are four candles lit during Advent. What do each candle represent in order of being lit?
Hope, Faith, Joy, and Peace
Some saints have specialized prayers for specific purposes. For example, if you want to do well on a test, who should you pray to (Saint patron of tests and exams)?
Saint Joseph of Cupertino.
What the the Christmas tree symbolize? (Hint: Christmas trees are evergreens)
Evergreen do not die (lose its leaves) in winter. They are a symbol of everlasting life, gift from Jesus to all his believers!