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The golden "box" or "tent" where the leftover Blessed Sacrament (the Eucharist) is kept
The Tabernacle
What is a Holy Day of Obligation? (Name 3)
Holy days of obligation/solemnity are celebrated to commemorate an event of utmost importance.
January 1, the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Thursday of the Sixth Week of Easter, the solemnity of the Ascension (Easter)
August 15, the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
November 1, the solemnity of All Saints
December 8, the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
December 25, the solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Christmas)
What are the two conditions of Discipleship?
Self-denial:the authentic disciple (Christian) is one who is willing to take up the cross—the one who is willing to give up his or her life, like Jesus did.
Willingness to bear a cross:willingness to stand firm in faith to death
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“He is”
After the Priest reads the Gospel, he gives a talk to help us understand the readings and how to live them out. What is this called?
The Homily
What is the difference between a Ciborium and a Chalice?
Ciborium is a small bowl or plate that is used to distribute the Body of Christ. The Chalice is a cup that will distribute the Blood of Christ.
What is Mass? What are two ways you can receive God?
Mass is the Eucharistic celebration.The Eucharistic celebration not only unifies the community, but it’s also a way where people can actively participate. The purpose of mass is to have a personal and intimate relationship with God.
His words, and the Eucharist
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“Be A Saint”
On a typical Sunday, how many readings from the Bible occur during the Liturgy of the Word? Name all of them in order.
First Reading (usually from the Old Testament)
Responsorial Psalm (from the Book of Psalms)
Second Reading (usually from the New Testament Letters)
The Gospel
What is the difference between a Purificator and a Corporal
Purificator is a small white cloth used to wipe off the communion cups.
Corporal is the square “place mat” placed on the Altar by the priest when preparing the gifts.
What are some ways you can participate more effectively in mass?
Pay Attention
Learn the Prayers
Understand what the Priest is doing
Come to mass on time no matter what!
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“It is bare”
At the end of the Liturgy of the Word, we stand and say "I believe in one God..." What is this prayer called?
The Creed/ Profession of Faith
Where are the following readings from; 1st Reading & Second Reading? How is the Gospel divided by year and why?
1st Reading: Old Testament
2nd Reading: New testament
Gospel: A- Dedicated for Matthew, B: Dedicated for Mark, C: Dedicated to Luke
What are the roles of a Priest? Importance?
A priest is the one who truly represents Christ and also who has the ability to do God’s work. He is in charge of leading the community. The two most important roles of a priest during mass are to give homilies and consecrate the Eucharist.
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Understanding
This word describes the miracle that happens at Mass. It means that while the bread and wine still look, feel, and taste like bread and wine, their "substance" has actually changed into the Body and Blood of Jesus. What is this word?
Transubstantiation
What are the difference between what an Altar Server wears and a Priest wears?
Both will wear an Alb (long white garment) & Cinture (Rope around waist).
What is the benefit of going to mass?
We get to receive that honor to bring Christ into our body and soul. In addition, we get to know God directly through his words every time we go to Mass.
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“Give Thanks Always”