The Saints
Which Saint is considered "Queen of Heaven and Earth"?
What is the first day of Holy Week called?
Palm Sunday.
What is the name of sacrament for the first time someone receives the Eucharist?
First Holy Communion
When is Jesus' Birthday
December 25th, Christmas
Name a priest at St. Catherine's
Fr. Bob or Fr. Brown
What Saint's feast day is near Christmas and gave gifts to the poor?
St. Nicholas
How long does Lent last?
40 Days.
What is another name for confession?
Reconciliation
Who is Jesus' mother?
The Virgin Mary
Who is our most recent Pope, who died within the last week?
Pope Francis.
Describe one saint we learned about or you know about with at least 2 facts about them.
Lots of answers here!
How long does the Easter Season last?
50 days!
What sacrament might a sick person receive?
Anointing of the sick
How many days did Jesus spend in the desert?
40 days (just like lent!)
Where do the ashes on ash Wednesday come from?
The palms that were used on Holy Thursday!
Which saint lived in a cloister in France, taught about doing small acts with great love, and her parents are saints?
A. St. Therese
B. Mother Teresa
C. St. Benedicta of the Cross
A. St Therese of Lisieux
A few things occur differently at the Holy Thursday Mass when we celebrate the last supper, institution of the eucharist, and ordination of the first priests. Name one thing the Church does to celebrate this day and explain why.
Chrism Mass - Ordination
Washing of the Feet - After the example of Jesus
Longer Gospel - Retelling of what Jesus went through
What sacrament do two people administer to one another?
Marriage
How old was Jesus when he died?
33 years old
What is a eucharist miracle? Describe at least one.
Something extraordinary happens to the Eucharist
What does it mean when a saint is martyred?
That person died for the faith.
Why is Good Friday called "good" if Jesus is killed?
He willingly entered into his death for a love of us; by his death, he redeemed our sins and reconciled our sins with God the Father.
When a man becomes a priest he receives Holy _____?
(Holy) Orders
What was Jesus' job before he started his ministry?
He was a carpenter, just like Joseph!
What does the word Christian mean?
Follower of Christ