Scripture
Which books of the bible record the words and deeds of Jesus during His life, death and resurrection.
The Gospels
Gospel means Good news.
Synoptic: Mathew, Mark, Luke
John
List 3 DIFFERENT types of prayer.
The early Christians used which symbol as a secret code to indicate they were followers of Jesus?
the fish (Ichthys in greek)
Ichthys is an abbreviation for: Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior
What are the two main parts of the Mass?
Liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist
(Break down those parts)
Which season begins the Church year?
Advent
Who compiled the bible?
Catholic Church
By 393 AD there was an official list of books that were considered to be inspired by the Holy Spirit.
This list was declared to be canon (authentic and established) at the Council of Trent (1545-1563).
The Annunciation and the Visitation
The annunciation- When the Angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would give birth to the Messiah.
Visitation - When Mary visited Elizabeth
What is the role of the messiah?
Establish a kingdom of justice and salvation
What are the parts of the Liturgy of the Word?
First Reading, Responsorial Psalm, Second Reading, Gospel, Homily
On weekdays or non-feast days there is no second reading.
What are the Liturgical Seasons (in order)?
Advent, Christmas, Ordinary Time, Lent, Easter, Ordinary Time
Which mystery of the Catholic Church does this bible verse recognize?
"The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with all of you." - 2 Corinthians 13:13
The Mystery of the Trinity
Remember a mystery is not something that one day can be solved, but rather a deep truth beyond anything we can experience or understand in this world.
What does hallowed mean?
"to make holy"
Where do we hear this said?
What was Jesus' first miracle?
turning water into wine at the Wedding at Cana
What were some other miracles?
Two purposes of Jesus' miracles:
-sign of his divinity
-affirm and strengthen those who already have faith
Through the Mass, these words of Jesus have been obeyed without interruption for over 2000 years.
"Do this in memory of me."
Which part of the Mass?
The Feast of Pentecost
Easter lasts 50 days beginning with Easter Sunday.
What are the 4 categories of the Old Testament?
Pentateuch (Torah/Law), Historical Books, Wisdom Books, Prophetic Books
There are 46 books in the Old Testament and 27 in the New Testament. The bible has 73 books total.
Which Catholic prayer is a summary of the faith?
The Apostle's Creed
Recite together.
This Hebrew word means annointed or "Christos" in greek. (Another name for Jesus)
Messiah
At what parts of the Mass do Catholics kneel?
During the Eucharistic Prayer (after the Holy, Holy and after the Lamb of God)
Why?
What are the colors of the liturgical seasons?
Advent - purple
Christmas - White
Ordinary Time - Green
Lent - purple, (Triduum-white and red)
Easter - White
What are the 4 categories of the New Testament?
The Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, Epistles (letters), Revelation (Prophecy)
Acts of the Apostles - Account of how the early church lived and grew after Jesus' death and resurrection
Epistles (Letters)-13 were written by Paul and 7 by other apostles
Revelation - written by John as a message of hope for persecuted Christians
Name 4 types of Catholic traditional prayers and devotions OTHER than the Hail Mary, Our Father, and the Apostle's Creed.
Remember you can pray with your body!
The Mass, Litany, Novena, Angelus, Benediction, Hail Holy Queen, Memorare, Sign of the Cross, Genuflection, Liturgy of the Hours, St. Michael Prayer, Prayers to the Saints, etc.
In John 14:6, Jesus describes himself as the...
way, the truth and the life.
What does it mean to be the way, the truth and the life?
State 3 reasons why one should NOT receive communion?
If you're not a baptized Catholic, if you haven't received the sacrament of Holy Eucharist in the Catholic Church, if your are in a state of Mortal sin, if you have not fasted for at least 1 hour before Mass
What are the 3 days of the Triduum?
Holy Thursday - Last Supper
Good Friday - Crucifixion
Holy Saturday - Day of silence
(These days are considered one Mass)