a relationship that endures no matter the circumstances and celebrates the loving and lasting exchange of lives (as in the relationships God initiates with people)
What is a covenant?
the source and summit of the Christian life
What is the Eucharist?
followers of Jesus who are sent out to continue His work
What are the apostles?
matter that symbolizes healing and strengthening
What is oil?
the official public worship of the church
God's saving work, beginning at Creation through Jesus' Paschal Mystery
Salvation History
the most important act of worship for Catholics
What is the Holy Eucharist?
state of final purification of those who die in God's grace and friendship
What is purgatory?
main celebrant for baptism, confirmation and eucharist during the first 3 centuries
Who is the bishop?
the shortest liturgical season
What is the Triduum?
God’s self-communication (disclosed in Scripture and most fully disclosed in Jesus Christ)
What is divine revelation?
the word became flesh and dwelt among us
What is the Incarnation?
visible sign of an invisible reality
What is a sacrament?
Communion, penance, anointing of the sick and sometimes marriage
What are the sacraments you can receive more than once?
the liturgical season that us remember the life of Christ and enter into His mysteries
The Annunciation, the Visitation, the Birth of Jesus, the Presentation of Jesus and the Finding of Jesus in the Temple
written accounts of Jesus' life inspired by the Holy Spirit
What are the Gospels?
The prophets of the Old Testament promised the Spirit would rest on the coming Messiah.
What is confirmation?
emphasizes God's loving forgiveness and peace of conscience
What is absolution?
liturgical season that lasts 50 days, ending with Pentecost
What is Easter?
The Assumption, The Immaculate Conception, Mother of God, Perpetual Virginity
What are Jesus' miracles?
Name for the Holy Spirit meaning advocate, defender, consoler
What is the paraclete?
"setting apart"
also, the prayer the priest prays over the bread and wine
What is consecration?
represents passion, death and the holy spirit