ACTS Model
What does the “A” in ACTS stand for?
Adoration
Who taught the Our Father to the disciples?
Jesus
What has God chosen Mary to be?
Mother of Jesus
What does meditation involve?
Remaining quiet so you can reach a spiritual and peaceful state of mindfulness
What does the “C” in ACTS stand for?
Confession
Why do Catholics call God 'Father' in this prayer?
Because He is a protective figure who looks after us
What is the name of the Angel who appeared to Mary?
Gabriel
What does the bread and wine represent?
body and blood of Jesus
What does the “T” in ACTS stand for?
Thanksgiving
What does 'lead us not into temptation' mean?
Why do Catholics look up to Mary?
Because she was courageous and had faith in God's plan
What is the purpose of the introductory rites during Mass?
To welcome the congregation
What does the “S” in ACTS stand for?
Supplication
What does 'give us this day our daily bread' symbolise?
That God will provide us with our daily needs
"Hail Mary, full of grace, blessed are you among women," is primarily an act of:
praise/adoration
What is it called when the priest gives a more casual speech where he explains the Scripture?
Homily
How can asking for forgiveness strengthen a person’s relationship with God?
Encourages us to acknowledge our mistakes so we can achieve spiritual growth.
What does 'as we forgive those who trespass against us' teach?
We should forgive those who do wrong against us as God has forgiven us
When Catholics pray "pray for us sinners", this is an example of:
Intercession
In the Book of Mark, Jesus heals a man at the Sea of Galilee from what?
deafness/muteness
Why is gratitude an important part of prayer?
It reminds us to appreciate what we have.
What does 'thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven' mean?
That we should live according to God's will every day
What does the Hail Mary prayer teach us?
That we should have faith in God's plans
What happens during the Eucharist at Mass?
the offering and presentation of bread and wine, the consecration, and the Holy Communion.
Why is requesting something from God usually placed at the end of the ACTS model?
It encourages us to focus on God first, then others, before our personal needs.
Where can the Our Father prayer be found in the Bible?
Matthew or Luke
According to the Hail Mary prayer, who said "Blessed are you among women"?
Elizabeth (Mary's cousin)
Name all the seasons of the liturgical calendar
advent, christmas, lent, Holy Week, Easter, ordinary times
What is it called when we are praying to God on behalf of others?
Intercession
What does 'Amen' mean at the end of the prayer?
How many times in the Rosary is the Hail Mary repeated?
53
The night before He was arrested, what did Jesus pray for?
"If it is possible, let this cup pass from Me" - like any normal human, He wished that he could escape the pain and suffering (but ultimately understands that it is all for a reason).