Jacob's Life
Before Jacob was born, his mother Rebekah knew _______
Jacob had been chosen by God
What did Jacob give Esau to trick him into giving him his birthright?
Some Stew
Jacob's new name became ______, which means one who struggles with God.
Israel
Which of her sons was Rebekah's favorite?
Her younger son Jacob
Who is the Patroness of the Americas
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Why did Jacob run away from home?
He thought his brother Esau would kill him
Why did Isaac think that he was giving the blessing to Esau when he was actually giving it to Jacob?
Isaac was old and blind; Jacob put on animal skins and made himself smell like a hunter.
The ceremony of baptism dedicates us towards what goal?
Continuing Jesus's life and work
What was included in the blessing that Isaac would give to his son?
Being the patriarch, the leader of God's chosen people.
Name of the book in the bible that tells of the Israelites departure from Egypt
Exodus
What did Jacob ask of the man who he wrestled with before he would let him go?
A blessing
Why did Jacob marry Leah, instead of the person he wanted to marry Rachel?
Leah and Rachel's father, Laban, had tricked him.
We must attend Mass on Sundays and what other type of day
Holy Days of Obligation
Who was the first patriarch?
Abraham
This Bishop loved children and we celebrate his feast day on December 6th
Saint Nicholas
How many sons did Jacob have
Twelve
What did Jacob want very badly, even though his brother was supposed to be chosen for it
The birthright blessing.
The Holy Oil used during Baptism and confirmation is called
Chrism
What is the job of the patriarch?
To lead God's family of chosen people
The garments that the priest wears during Mass are called
Vestments
What happens in the story of Jacob's Ladder?
Jacob has a dream of a stairway to Heaven.
Why was Jacob's name changed?
It was a sign that he was ready to lead the chosen people.
On what day of the year can adults becoming Catholics receive all of the sacraments?
Holy Saturday (The day before Easter)
Jacob's dream of the stairway to heaven took place when he was in _______ and it reaffirmed God's promise to Abraham
Bethel
Who are the ministers in the sacrament of matrimony?
The two people getting married