Catholic vs. Christian
Vocabulary
The Four Pillars
St. Catherine of Siena
Advent
100

True or False: All Catholics are Christians, but not all Christians are Catholics.

True

100

A poem or literary work in the form of a letter; 21 are in the New Testament.

Epistle

100

Name one of the two main Catholic creeds.

Apostles Creed or Nicene Creed

100

What country was St. Catherine of Siena born in?

Italy

100

What does "Advent" mean?

Coming or arrival.

200

What does the term "Catholic" mean in Greek?

Universal or "regarding the whole"

200

Fundamental beliefs of the Roman Catholic Church.

tenet

200

What are the three Sacraments of Initiation?

Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist

200

What unique physical manifestation of Christ's suffering did St. Catherine receive?

The stigmata, visible only to her.

200

Name the four themes of Advent.

Hope, peace, joy, and love.

300

Who first used the term "Catholic" in writing?

St. Ignatius of Antioch

300

What does “transubstantiation” describe?

The change of bread and wine into Christ’s body and blood during Mass.

300

Which Pillar involves living by the Ten Commandments and Beatitudes?

Christian Living

300

How did St. Catherine demonstrate her service to others?

She gave away her family’s belongings to help the poor.

300

hat color is the third candle in the Advent wreath? What does it symbolize?

Pink; it symbolizes joy.

400

Name two core differences between Catholicism and Protestantism.

Examples—Scripture & Tradition vs. Scripture alone; 7 Sacraments vs. 2; Hierarchy vs. Decentralized

400

Who is considered a heretic in Catholicism?

Someone baptized who denies or doubts truths of Catholic faith.

400

Which pillar helps us remain in constant communion with God?

Prayer

400

St. Catherine was only one of four women receive this  title in the Church?

Doctor of the Church.

400

What is the purpose of Advent?

To prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth and His second coming.

500

What is one common misconception about Catholics and Christians?

Some think Catholics are not Christians, while Catholics are a denomination within Christianity.

500

The living transmission of the Gospel message.

Sacred Tradition

500

Define a Sacrament in Catholicism.

An outward sign instituted by Christ to give Grace.

500

What day is St. Catherine’s feast day celebrated?

April 29th

500

What does the white candle in the center of the Advent wreath represent and when is it lit?

Christ, lit on Christmas Day.