Fall Virtues
What virtue consists of having a realistic view of oneself, free from pride/arrogance and willingly submitting oneself to God and to others for God's sake?
Humility
This word for our Church means "universal"
Catholic
How many Gospels are there?
(Name the Gospel Writers.)
4 Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
What do we call someone who is publicly recognized and honored by the Church for their practice of heroic virtue on earth?
Saint
What season of the Church year are we in right now?
Advent
What virtue consists of the ability to wait calmly and tolerate delays without becoming upset, requiring self-control and generosity?
Patience
What are the two main parts of the Mass?
Liturgy of the Word
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Which apostle was chosen to be "the Rock", becoming the first Pope?
(Hint - it's not Dwayne Johnson)
St. Peter (Simon)
This Saint is the foster father of Jesus
St. Joseph
What are the four main liturgical colors for priest's vestments at Mass?
White, Green, Red, and Violet/Purple
What is the theological virtue in the Christian tradition that is the desire for eternal life and the Kingdom of Heaven - a combination of expectation and desire?
Hope
What response do we say throughout the Mass which means "I believe" or "truly"
Amen
Name one Old Testament king
Many answers - Saul, David, Solomon...
Who is your favorite Saint and why?
...
What is the greatest prayer in the Church?
The Mass - re-presenting Jesus's complete offering of Himself to the Father and getting to share in Communion with Him.
What virtue is using one's intellect and reason to gain knowledge that is useful and serves the good of others?
Studiousness
Why do Christians worship on Sunday?
Sunday is the day of Jesus's Resurrection
What does the name "Jesus" mean?
God Saves.
Which apostle is known in the Gospels as "the one whom Jesus loved"?
St. John
How many Sacraments are there? (Name them all)
Seven Sacraments
Baptism, Holy Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation/Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage/Matrimony, and Holy Orders
Which virtue is disposition that involves being fair, respectful, and calm. It can also be described as a way of approaching conflict without making anyone feel wrong.
(HINT)
Peace
Why do we call Ordinary Time "ordinary"?
Because it is ordered to follow the story of the Gospels
Which Old Testament prophet do we read the most during the Advent Season?
Isaiah
Who is the patron Saint of the United States?
The Blessed Virgin Mary of the Immaculate Conception.
What are the two fundamental Christian Doctrines?
The Incarnation and the Trinity.