Holy Week Timeline
What event begins Holy Week? (Matt 21:1–11)
Palm Sunday (Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem)
Who went to the tomb first? (John 20:1)
Mary Magdalene (and other women depending on Gospel)
What was the main role of a prophet?
To speak God’s message and call people to repentance
What is the central act of Catholic worship?
The Mass
What liturgical color is used for Easter?
White (or gold)
What meal did Jesus share with His disciples before His death? (Luke 22:14–20)
The Last Supper
What did they find at the tomb? (Luke 24:2–3)
The stone was rolled away; the tomb was empty
Which prophet said, “Here I am, send me”? (Isaiah 6:8)
Isaiah
What are the two main parts of the Mass?
Liturgy of the Word & Liturgy of the Eucharist
What sacrament is especially associated with Easter? (Romans 6:3–4)
Baptism
What garden did Jesus pray in before His arrest? (Matt 26:36)
300 – Garden of Gethsemane
Who did Mary Magdalene first mistake Jesus for? (John 20:14–15)
A gardener
What does Proverbs say about how we should treat others? (Prov 3:27–28)
Do good to others; don’t withhold help when you can
What happens during the Liturgy of the Eucharist?
Bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ
What does the Easter candle (Paschal Candle) symbolize?
The light of Christ / Resurrection
Who betrayed Jesus? (Luke 22:47–48)
Judas Iscariot
What did the angels say at the tomb? (Luke 24:5–6)
“Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen.”
According to Proverbs, what is more valuable than riches? (Prov 8:10–11)
Wisdom is more valuable than riches
What is the purpose of the homily?
To explain Scripture and how we can apply it to life
What does “Alleluia” mean?
“Praise the Lord”
What Roman governor sentenced Jesus to death? (John 19:13–16)
Pontius Pilate
What did Jesus tell His disciples to do after rising? (Matt 28:19–20)
Make disciples of all nations (The Great Commission)
What does Proverbs say is better than strength or power?
Self-control/patience
Why do Catholics receive the Eucharist?
To receive Jesus and be united with Him
Why is Easter considered the most important feast in the Church?
It celebrates Jesus’ victory over sin and death. Etc.