Order of the Mass
How can we show respect to God while in the Church and during Mass?
Be quiet, avoid interrupting others' prayers, offer peace to those near you, and exit quietly if you need to during Mass.
Which prayer did Jesus teach His disciples to pray?
The Lord's Prayer
(TIME TO PRACTICE: RECITE IT AS A CLASS)
Which Sacrament gives us the ability to be forgiven for our sins?
What happens when we are Baptized?
We are freed from original sin and we become sons and daughters of God the Father
Name the four books of the Gospel
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
What do we listen to during the Liturgy of the Word at Mass?
A reading from the Old Testament, a reading from the Apostles in the New Testament and the Gospel
What is the Rosary?
The Rosary is a set of prayers that helps us to meditate on the life of Jesus (mysteries) that happened while He was on earth. When we pray the Rosary, we pray:
The Apostles' Creed
The Our Father
The Hail Mary
The Glory Be
The Fatima Prayer
The Hail Holy Queen
Name the Sacraments of Christian Initiation
Baptism, Communion (Eucharist), and Confirmation
What are some ways we can serve others' as part of Jesus' Mission?
The Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy
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What are the two main parts of the Bible?
Old Testament (God's relationship with His people before Jesus was born) and New Testament (Jesus' life on earth, His mission and the foundation of the Catholic Church through the Apostles)
What should you do when the Celebrant holds up the Body and Blood of Christ?
Say "My Lord and my God" or "My Jesus, mercy"
What can we do to live a life of continuous prayer?
Pray the Liturgy of the Hours
Pray the Rosary often
Pray the Stations of the Cross
What are Sacramentals and how are they used?
Blessings, actions and objects that help us respond to the graces we receive from God through the Sacraments.
100-point bonus: name three Sacramentals
What is Evangelization?
Proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ to others so they may know God's love.
Which Liturgical Season are we in now, and which one is next?
We are in Ordinary (Ordained) Time.
The season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday (February 18, 2026).
100 point bonus: what color vestments will the Priests wear during Lent?
How should we receive Communion?
Say "Amen" when the Priest says "The Body of Christ".
Do not make the Sign of the Cross after receiving Communion, and move out of the way so others can receive Communion.
Return to your pew and take a few moments to thank God for His gifts.
Who are Saints?
Followers of Christ who lived holy lives on earth and are now in Heaven, sharing eternal life with God.
How can Saints help us?
By setting examples of how we can honor God in our daily lives
By interceding for us to God (asking for His help on our behalf)
What is the mission of the Catholic Church?
To share the Good News of Jesus Christ and spread the Kingdom of God by telling others that:
- God loves and cares for all people
- God loves us so much that He sent Jesus to show us how to live and save us from sin
- Jesus shares the life of God with us and gives us the hope of life forever with God
- All people are invited to believe in Jesus and be baptized in the Church
How can we be Stewards of Christ?
Use the gifts (talent, time or money) you have been given by God to serve others.
Recite the Nicene Creed
TIME TO PRACTICE - RECITE IT TOGETHER
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What are the five forms of prayer?
•Blessing: dedicating something or someone to God or to make something holy in God’s name. Ex: blessing our meals
•Petition: asking God for something, like forgiveness. Ex: Act of Contrition
•Intercession: asking God for help for someone else. Ex: praying for the sick
•Thanksgiving: saying “thank you” to God for all He does for us.
•Praise: giving glory to God for who He is, without asking for anything in return. Ex: praying the Glory Be prayer
What are the four marks (characteristics) of the Catholic Church?
The Church is One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic.
200-point bonus: Why does each of these characteristics describe our Church?
What are two ways that Jesus shows us God's love?
In His ministry, Jesus...
- Taught about God the Father's love
- Fed the hungry and ate with those who were ignored
- Welcomed everyone
- Forgave the sins of those who were truly sorry
- Healed the sick
Name the 12 Apostles
Peter (the first Pope), Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James the Lesser, Jude (AKA Thaddeus), Simon, Judas
400 point bonus: Who replaced Judas after he betrayed Jesus?