Found in Scripture
How many angels were seen in Jesus' tomb after He had risen?
What does an Easter egg symbolize?
New life
Children usually hunt for these on Easter Sunday.
Easter Eggs
True or False: Easter is the oldest Christian holiday.
True!
This is what we call the Sunday before Easter.
Palm Sunday
This apostle doubted that Jesus had risen from the dead.
Thomas
Jesus is often referred to as a lamb to represent what?
Historically, eggs were dyed red to represent what?
The Blood of Christ
True or False: The official flower of Easter is the daisy.
False! It's the lily.
What are the 2 liturgical colors during Easter?
Upon hearing that Jesus had risen, which two apostles ran to the tomb?
Peter and John
What does the color white represent during the Easter season?
Purity, Joy, and the Resurrection
True or False: Easter is the 2nd longest liturgical season.
True or False: The tradition of the Easter Bunny can be found in scripture.
False!
Name the candle that is lit during Easter Vigil.
The Paschal Candle
What were Jesus' first words to his apostles after His resurrection?
"Peace be with you."
Jesus instituted the Eucharist during this event.
The Last Supper
The Easter season ends on this day...
Pentacost
True or False: Good Friday is a nationally recognized holiday
False! Only 12 states recognize Good Friday as a holiday. They are: Connecticut, Texas, Delaware, Hawaii, Indiana, Tennessee, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, New Jersey, North Carolina and North Dakota
Jesus and His disciples were celebrating this Jewish holiday during the last supper.
Passover
This person was the first to witness Jesus' resurrection.
Mary Magdalene
Palm Sunday is a representation of which event?
Jesus' arrival into Jerusalem
How long is the Easter season?
50 days
How is the date of Easter determined each year?
It is the first Sunday after the first full moon following the Spring Equinox
What 3 oils are blessed during the Chrism Mass each year?
Oil of the Sick, Oil of Catechumens, and Sacred Chrism