Name that Saint!
She worked with the very, very poor in Calcutta, India. She founded the Missionaries of Charity. She even won a Nobel Peace Prize.
Mother Theresa
The Sacrament of Confirmation is the last Sacrament is the Christian Rites of _________________.
Initiation
Bonus Question: What are the first two?
From the Greek, what does Amen mean?
So be it OR Truly
True or False.
Catholics are required to attend Mass on all Holy Days of Obligation.
Example: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary which was celebrated this past August 15,2024.
True.
Bonus question: Are regular Sunday Masses considered Holy Days of Obligation?
How many seasons are in the Church's Liturgical year?
Six
She was the first citizen born in the United States to be given the title of Saint. Among many things, she is the Patron Saint of Catholic Schools, educators and teachers. She is also the Patron Saint of widows, orphans and people persecuted for their faith.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
True or False.
When you say yes to God at your Confirmation, you are accepting a mission from God to "Baptize all nations" as a disciple of Christ.
YES! This is what Jesus said to his disciples at Pentecost. Confirmation is like your very own Pentecost.
The Sacrament where we acknowledge our sins and are granted forgiveness by Jesus through the Priest
Reconciliation
What is the next Holy Day of Obligation?
Hint: It's coming up very soon!
November 1st - All Saints' Day
What season are we in right now?
Ordinary Time
This Saint was a wealthy lawyer (Chancellor) and knight and advisor to the King of England, Henry VIII. When this Saint wouldn't approve of Henry VIII's divorce from his Roman Catholic wife (so he could marry Ann Boylen), Henry VIII had this Saint beheaded.
St. Thomas More
True or False.
Your Confirmation sponsor can be your parent.
False
Who did God give the 10 Commandments to on Mount Sinai?
Moses
On this Holy Day, we celebrate the Birth of Our Lord, Jesus Christ
Christmas, December 25th
During what season(s) do the Priests wear purple?
Lent and Advent
Every October, St. Thomas More Church has a Blessing of the Animals. We do this in memory of this Saint. He founded the Franciscan Monks and is the Patrol Saint of Animals.
St. Francis of Assisi
What is the name of the oil the Bishop uses to place a cross on your forehead at Confirmation?
Chrism
What is the number one Commandment?
I, the Lord, am your God. You shall not have any other gods besides me.
Bonus question: Name some other things that could be "god" for us.
On this Holy Day, we celebrate Jesus going into to Heaven to sit on his heavenly throne.
The Ascension of Jesus
Bonus question: What month is this celebrated?
What color do priests wear during Easter and Christmas?
White
He is the Patron Saint of Students and Universities. He is one of the most influential theologians of all time. He is one of the few doctors of the church.
Theologian means: Someone who studies the nature of God, religion and religious beliefs.
St. Thomas Aquinas
During Confirmation (if you accept them), you will receive the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Name One.
Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, Fear of the Lord.
Finish this prayer:
Hail Mary, Full of Grace
The Lord is with thee
Blessed are thou among women
And blesses is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus
Holy Mary,
Mother of God
Prayer for us sinners
Now and at the hour of our death
On this Holy Day, we celebrate the Blessed Virgin Mary being taking into heaven, body and soul after death.
The Assumption of Mary
Bonus question: What month is this celebrated?
What are the three holiest days on the Church's calendar?
Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter
Bonus! What are these three days called?