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What seasons does the priest wear purple?
Advent and Lent.
What sacrament are you all currently preparing for?
Holy Communion
Recite the Sign of the Cross (words and motion)
In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
What was the previous liturgical season?
Christmas
What is the Circle of Grace?
A boundary where God’s love always surrounds us. It helps us feel safe and know when something is right or wrong.
At the beginning of Mass, when the priest says "In the name of the Father...," what are we supposed to do?
What do we receive in the sacrament we are preparing for?
Eucharist - Body & Blood of Christ
What are two types of prayers and an example?
Praise (adoring God), Petition (asking for needs for yourself or others), Thanksgiving (being thankful), Confession (admitting sins), etc.
What did the three wise men gift Jesus?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
What is a boundary?
The borders or limits we need to keep ourselves safe within our Circle of Grace.
Why do we kneel and do the sign of the cross in church?
To acknowledge and show respect for Jesus' presence.
How does bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ?
Through the words the priests prays (consecration)
Recite the 'Our Father'
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallow be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us and lead us not in temptation but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Why do we have Advent before Christmas?
To prepare our hearts for the birth of Christ.
What should you do if someone does not respect your Circle of Grace?
Say no, get away, and tell a trusted adult.
How does Jesus save us even today?
By forgiving us, loving us, and helping us choose good.
What sacrament is the gift of God's new life in us?
Baptism
Recite the 'Hail Mary'
Hail Mary, full of Grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed are thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
What are the four themes of Advent?
Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love.
How does knowing about the Circle of Grace help us respect other people?
It reminds us to respect their space and feelings too.
If Jesus had stopped trusting God, what might have happened?
He would not have followed God’s plan to save us.
What sacrament helps us become better Christians and how?
Confirmation; through God's sanctifying grace. Can also say through the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Recite the 'Glory Be'
Glory be to the Father, to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Why do you think Jesus was born in a simple place and not a palace?
To show humility and that love/salvation is for everyone.
Someone who usually makes you feel safe does something that makes you uncomfortable. Is it still okay to speak up? Explain.
Yes. Even if someone is usually safe, your feelings still matter. If something feels uncomfortable, you should protect your Circle of Grace and tell a trusted adult.