St.Mark's Life
Who was St. Marks mother?
Mary
What book of the Bible did St. Mark write?
The Gospel of Mark.
Which country did St. Mark bring Christianity to?
Egypt
What can we learn from St. Mark’s courage?
To speak about Jesus with love and without fear.
What was St. Marks house used for?
Jesus and his disciples gathered there. It was used by early Christians for prayer. The last supper was at his home.
Which Gospel is known for being short and full of action?
The Gospel of Mark.
Which city in Egypt did St. Mark preach in?
Alexandria
St. Mark traveled to teach people about Jesus. What does this teach us?
To serve God wherever He sends us.
What symbol is used for St. Mark?
A lion.
Is the Gospel of Mark in the Old Testament or New Testament?
The New Testament.
Why is St. Mark very important to the Coptic Orthodox Church?
Because he brought Christianity to Egypt
St. Mark helped people know Christ. How can we do that today?
By loving others, praying, serving, and sharing kind words about God.
Did St. Mark receive the holy spirit? If Yes, on what day?
Yes, he did receive the Holy Spirt and on the day of the Pentecost.
What does the Gospel of Mark talk about?
The Gospel of Mark talks about the life, miracles, death, and Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Basically, all of Jesus's life story.
What special leadership role did St. Mark have in the Church of Egypt?
He became the first Pope of Alexandria.
St. Mark did not keep the Gospel only for himself. What should we do with God’s Word?
Share it with others.
What was St. Mark home considered?
It was considered the first church.
Complete the verse: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every ______.”
Creature
Mark 16:15.
What did St. Mark do in Alexandria that made him known as the founder of the Coptic Orthodox Church?
He preached about Jesus in Egypt and established the Church of Alexandria.
What is one way we can be like St. Mark?
By being brave, faithful, praying, reading the Bible, serving at church, and telling others about Jesus through love.