Signs & Symbols
What is the difference between a sign and a symbol?
A sign has one clear meaning, while a symbol has deeper or multiple meanings.
Who baptised Jesus?
John the Baptist.
What meal did Jesus celebrate at the Last Supper?
Passover.
What does the word "Confirmation" mean?
It means to strengthen or confirm the promise received in Baptism.
Name the three Sacraments of Initiation.
Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.
Which symbol in Baptism represents new life and cleansing from sin?
Holy Water.
What happens to a person through Baptism?
They become members of the Church and begin new life in Christ.
Complete the quote:
"Do this in ____________ of me."
When is this quote said?
Remembrance.
During the consecration of the Bread and Wine
How is Confirmation connected to Pentecost?
Just as the apostles received the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, Catholics receive the strengthening gifts of the Holy Spirit through Confirmation.
Finish the sentence:
"The Sacraments of Initiation begin, strengthen and _________ our life in Christ."
nourish
What does the Baptismal Candle symbolise?
The Light of Christ.
What process helps adults become Catholic?
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults).
Catholics believe the bread and wine become what?
And what is this change called?
Catholics believe the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ. This change is called transubstantiation.
Why is Confirmation important for Catholics?
It strengthens Baptismal grace and empowers Catholics to live and share their faith.
Your friend says, "The Sacraments only matter on the day they're celebrated." Do you agree? Explain.
No. The Sacraments continue to affect a Catholic's life. Baptism begins a lifelong relationship with Christ, Confirmation strengthens them for their mission, and the Eucharist continually nourishes them in their faith.
Why are symbols important in the Catholic Church?
They communicate God's presence and spiritual truths that words alone cannot express.
Explain why Baptism is described as the foundation of Christian life.
Baptism is the first sacrament a Christian receives. It begins life in Christ, forgives sin, welcomes the person into the Church and prepares them to receive the other Sacraments of Initiation.
Name the FOUR parts of the Mass.
1) Introductory Rites
2) Liturgy of the Word
3) Liturgy of the Eucharist
4) Concluding Rite
Explain TWO symbols or ritual actions used during Confirmation and what they mean.
Explain why Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist belong together.
Baptism welcomes a person into the Church, Confirmation strengthens them with the Holy Spirit, and the Eucharist continually nourishes their faith throughout life.
Explain how water, oil and candle each express a different aspect of God's action in Baptism.
Explain why Baptism is called a Sacrament of Initiation.
Because it begins a person's life in the Church and welcomes them into the Christian community.
Explain why Catholics describe the Eucharist as the source and summit of Christian life.
The Eucharist is the source because it gives Catholics spiritual nourishment through Christ's Body and Blood. It is the summit because it is the highest act of worship and the centre of Catholic life, strengthening believers to live out their faith
Why does the Church teach that Confirmation completes Baptism rather than replaces it?
Confirmation strengthens and seals the grace already received in Baptism. It builds upon Baptism rather than beginning a new relationship with Christ.
Explain how a fully initiated Catholic is called to live differently because of the Sacraments of Initiation.
A fully initiated Catholic is called to live as a disciple of Christ by participating in the Church, serving others, witnessing to the Gospel, and living according to Jesus' teachings. The Sacraments of Initiation provide the grace and strength to live out this mission.