Rites & Feasts of the Cross
Joy (salvation and Resurrection) and suffering (endurance and sacrifice).
What are the two aspects of the Cross?
Leviticus
Which book explains the sacrifices of the Old Testament?
"Father, forgive them..."
Which was the first word spoken by Jesus on the Cross?
Akhmeem, Egypt.
Where was St. Shenouda born?
You are.
Who is responsible for setting your boundaries?
Romans 8:37
Which verse says, "We are more than conquerors through Him who loved us"?
The transfer of the sinner's sins to the innocent sacrifice.
What did laying hands on the sacrifice symbolize?
The repentant (right-hand) thief.
To whom did Jesus promise Paradise?
The Archimandrite.
What title is St. Shenouda known by?
Any two:
Name two things healthy boundaries protect us from.
Any two:
Name two characteristics the Savior had to possess
What were the three goals of offering sacrifices?
Caring for family, honoring St. Mary, and the spiritual family of the Church.
What did Jesus teach by saying, "Woman, behold your son"?
About 4,000 monks and 1,800 nuns.
Approximately how many monks and nuns did he shepherd?
St. Paul.
Which apostle taught not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers?
To remove the curse, bear the sentence of death, and shed His blood for humanity.
Why did God choose the Cross as the means of salvation?
The Sin Offering.
Which sacrifice symbolizes bearing our sins?
Christ completed the work of salvation and fulfilled redemption.
What does "It is finished" mean?
Nestorius
Which heretic did St. Shenouda help oppose?
Respond appropriately while setting limits when other responsibilities exist.
What is a healthy boundary for communication?
Any four:
Name four blessings of the Cross.
Because only Christ's once-for-all sacrifice provides eternal redemption.
Why couldn't the blood of bulls and goats permanently remove sins?
"I thirst."
Which of the Seven Words fulfilled Psalm 69:21?
Any three:
List three ways St. Shenouda carried his cross.
What are four qualities to remember when setting healthy boundaries?