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What are the two categories of actual sin, based on their gravity?
Mortal sin and venial sin.
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How many gospels is there and who wrote them?
4, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
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What is the long, white garment worn under other vestments, symbolizing purity and the baptismal dignity of the priest?
The Alb
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how many books are in the Bible?
73
- 46 books in the Old Testament
- 27 books in the New Testament
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What does Catholic mean?
Universal, to become whole.
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The place where the Eucharist is reserved
Tabernacle
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This saint, known as the “Apostle of the Gentiles,” wrote many of the Epistles in the New Testament.
St. Paul
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The Church is described as
"one, holy, catholic, and apostolic."
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What is the number of days it rained while Noah was in the ark?
40 days and 40 nights.
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What is the small, square cloth worn by priests and bishops on the head, often black for priests and purple for bishops?
The biretta.
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This doctrine teaches that Mary was conceived without Original Sin.
The Immaculate Conception
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Who was the first pope?
Peter
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A linen cloth used to clean the vessels after Mass
purificator
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He moved to the island of Molokai to care for the leper colony there.
St. Damien de Veuster?
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Gloria in Excelsis Deo - Latin to English
Glory to God in the Highest
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How many commandments are there?
10
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What is the color used on Christmas and Easter, representing joy, purity, and the glory of God?
White (or gold)
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How many times can the Sacrament of Holy Orders be received?
Up to three times (as deacon, priest, and bishop).
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Sacraments were instituted by
Christ
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The rope worn by the priest over the alb around his waist
Cincture
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This saint was the first Christian martyr, stoned to death while forgiving his persecutors.
St. Stephen.
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What are the three conditions that must be met for a sin to be mortal?
Answer: Grave matter, full knowledge, and deliberate consent.
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How many sacraments are there? name them all.
7
baptism, confirmation, eucharist, penance and reconciliation, anointing of the sick, matrimony, holy orders.
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What does the stole represent?
the priest’s authority and the yoke of Christ.
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7 corporal words of mercy
- Feed the hungry – Providing food for those who do not have enough to eat.
- Give drink to the thirsty – Helping those who lack access to clean water.
- Clothe the naked – Providing clothing for those in need.
- Shelter the homeless – Offering shelter, aid, or support to those without a home.
- Visit the sick – Caring for and showing compassion to those who are ill.
- Visit the imprisoned – Bringing hope and encouragement to those in prison.
- Bury the dead – Providing a proper burial and praying for the souls of the deceased.
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"I can do all things through Him who strengthens me."
what is bible verse?
Phillip 4,13
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During which part of the Mass does the congregation recite the Nicene Creed?
After the Gospel and Homily, as part of the Liturgy of the Word.
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Which saint was kidnapped by pirates?
St. Patrick
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the three theological virtues identified in the Catechism.
Faith, hope, and charity (love)
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What is the number of apostles/disciples that followed Jesus?
12
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What is the rare liturgical color worn on Gaudete Sunday and Laetare Sunday, symbolizing joy in the midst of penance?
Rose (pink).
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What are the Cardinal Virtues
Prudence, Justice, Temperance, Fortitude.
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How Many Popes have there been?
266
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the name is given to the change by which the substance (not the appearance) of the bread and wine in the Eucharist becomes Christ’s real presence—His body and blood.
Transubstantiation
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This saint was a wealthy soldier who converted after hearing Christ say, “Rebuild my Church.” He founded the Franciscans.
St. Francis of Assisi.
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What is the term for Christ’s self-emptying, described in Philippians 2:7, by which He took on human nature?
Kenosis.
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70x7 meaning?
Forgiveness should be given without limit
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What is the specific liturgical color used on the Feast of Christ the King and during solemn papal celebrations?
Gold
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what are the gifts of the Holy Spirit?
- Wisdom (Sapientia) – The ability to see things from God’s perspective and to love the things of God.
- Understanding (Intellectus) – Deeper insight into the truths of the faith beyond mere knowledge.
- Counsel (Right Judgment) (Consilium) – The ability to make good decisions, especially in moral matters.
- Fortitude (Courage) (Fortitudo) – Strength to stand firm in the faith, even in the face of difficulties or persecution.
- Knowledge (Scientia) – Awareness of God's plan and the ability to apply faith to daily life.
- Piety (Reverence) (Pietas) – A deep sense of devotion and love for God and His Church.
- Fear of the Lord (Wonder and Awe) (Timor Domini) – A profound respect and awe for God, leading to humility and avoidance of sin.
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Which Spanish missionaries first brought Catholicism to the Americas in the 16th century?
The Franciscans and Jesuits.
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The candle lit on the first Sunday of Advent is called the?
Prophet’s candle
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At the age of 14, this young Italian saint was martyred for resisting sexual assault, later appearing in a vision to her murderer.
St. Maria Goretti