Vestments
What is the first vestment the priest puts on?
The Alb
What does the Holy Water Font remind us of?
Baptism
What do we do during the Responsorial Psalm?
Use the word of God to speak back to God.
What happens during the Offertory?
We offer our gifts of money, time, and talents.
Each symbol has a deeper meaning, which invites us to dive deeper into the Mass
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What does the Cinture symbolize?
Chastity, Celibacy, and Purity
Why do we genuflect?
It is an act of humility, offering service, and a proposal (offering our hearts).
Why do we stand for the Gospel?
To honor Christ's words and actions
What is the Lavabo?
The washing of hands for purity and forgiveness.
What does the final "The Lord be with you..." ask for?
Strength to go out into the world.
What is the Chasuble's main purpose?
To hide the priest so Christ may be the focus
What does the processional signify?
We are on a pilgrimage
What is the purpose of the Homily?
To discuss how the readings apply to our lives.
What is the significance of the Great Amen?
Joining ourselves to what happened on the altar.
Why is the Purification Rite important?
To ensure not even one drop of the Eucharist is lost.
What color is used during Lent?
Purple/Violet
What is reverencing the altar?
Kissing the altar to honor Christ and His saints
What is the Creed?
A proclamation of our beliefs.
What do the Words of Institution do?
They turn the bread and wine into the body and blood of Christ.
What should one do before receiving Communion?
Be in a state of grace, go to confession if needed.
What does the Stole represent?
The priest's authority to serve
What does the Sign of the Cross symbolize?
The Trinity, one's worth, and why you are here
What does the Prayers of the Faithful include? (name 2)
Prayer for the Church, government, world, culture, ourselves, and for those who have passed
What is the significance of the Sign of Peace?
To reconcile with peers before coming to the altar.
What does "Go in peace..." mean?
To take what you received at Mass into the world.