What is the Form of Baptism?
“I Baptize you in the name of the Father, of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit Amen”
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
Define wisdom
The ability to prioritize God and faith in our lives.
How did St. Stephen die?
He died the first martyr and was stoned to death.
Define Agape
An early Christian religious meal closely related to the eucharist
What are adults who want to become members of the Church called?
RCIA
How did King Herod feel about Jesus’ birth?
He felt threatened by the new “King of Israel”
Why is counsel important?
To have the ability to make good choices that follow Scripture
How many epistles did St. Ignatius of Antioch write?
7
Define Apologists
writers that explained or defended Christianity; a group of church fathers that wrote during the 2nd and 3rd century
What are the sacraments of initiation?
Baptism
Confirmation
Eucharist
What title in the church does Saint Peter hold?
First Vicar of Christ
When do you receive the 7 gifts?
During Confirmation
Who blamed the Christians for setting the fire in Rome?
Define Apostolic tradition
Passing the faith of apostles from generation to generation
What is the proper disposition?
To have proper and good intentions. A person must have this so they can be properly brought upon God’s grace
What was Saul’s conversion story/Why did he?
While on a trip to Damascus, he became blind and could not eat he fell to the ground and heard a voice(God).
What is Fear of the Lord and why is it important?
Fear of the lord can give you wisdom and it is the ability to persevere through judgement for our faith and follow God
What did St. Polycarp of Smyrna do?
He defended Christianity from heresies
Define Baptism
The first sacrament instituted by Jesus; washes away original sin
What is significant about the Council of Trent and the Sacraments?
The ecumenical council that established on uniform way of celebrating the Mass in the Western Church
Why was Jesus baptized?
To show his humility. To be an example for his followers
What are the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit?
Wisdom
Understanding
Counsel
Fortitude
Fear of the Lord
Knowledge
Piety
Which of the Five Good Emperors’ rescript made Christians choose between death and apostasy?
Trajan
Define Catechumens
Adults seeking admission to the Church after taking instruction before being Baptized- RCIA is the course the adults take