God Reveals Himself to Us Through His Son
Who is God’s Son who came to show us how to live?
Jesus
Who leads the Church? (title)
The Pope
What are the books that teach us about Jesus' life
The Gospels
The Pope
Name one miracle Jesus did that shows God’s power.
Healing the blind; calming a storm; feeding 5,000; raising Lazarus.
What is a parish?
A parish is a local church community led by a priest.
Who are the Gospel writers?
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
What is the current Popes name
Pope Leo XVI
What is the name for Jesus’ birth celebration—we remember God becoming man
Christmas
Name one sacrament the Church gives us and say why it is important.
Baptism — it welcomes people into the Church and begins Christian life.
What does the Bible help us learn about God?
The Bible teaches about God’s love, Jesus’ life, how to live, and God’s promises.
What does a priest do?
Priests celebrate Mass and sacraments; deacons assist with service and preaching.
Explain in one sentence why Jesus is called the Savior.
Because he saved us from sin and brought us back to God by his life, death, and Resurrection.
How do priests and deacons help the Church? (two jobs)
Priests celebrate Mass and sacraments; deacons assist with service and preaching.
Explain how the stories of the Old Testament help us understand Jesus
Old Testament stories show God’s promises, help explain prophecies, and prepare people for Jesus.
Who is the current Archbishop?
Archbishop Hebda
Describe a parable Jesus told that shows how God cares for people (give the parable name and a short summary).
The Good Samaritan — a Samaritan helps a stranger beaten on the road while others passed by, showing God’s care for everyone.
Describe how the Church helps people learn about God (two ways).
The Church teaches through Mass and sacraments, through schools and parish programs, and by caring for people.
Which Old Testment son alludes to Jesus?
Isaac
Describe how the Church helps people learn about God (two ways).
The Church teaches through Mass and sacraments, through schools and parish programs, and by caring for people.