Symbols
Name that Scripture
Know Your Saints
The Story of the Bible
CMSA
100

This sign, made with your right hand, is the most recognizable Christian gesture of blessing and prayer.

Sign of the Cross

100

This New Testament letter, often read at weddings, includes the line “love is patient, love is kind. Love never fails.”

1 Corinthians

100

This saint, known as the “Universal Doctor,” wrote Summa Theologica and is the patron saint of scholars.

St. Thomas Aquinas

100

This parable teaches that true neighborliness is shown by action, not title, especially when compassion comes from an unexpected outsider.

Good Samaritan

100

CMSA's first Bible Study of Fall 2025 was led by this member of the association. 

Mark 

200

This flying creature symbol is often used to represent the Holy Spirit, especially in images of Baptism and Pentecost.

Dove

200

Paul wrote this line about supernatural strength while imprisoned in Rome...

Philippians

200

This saint, a professor and scientist, is the patron saint of natural sciences and is considered one of the greatest intellectuals in Church history.

St. Albert the Great

200

This Old Testament confrontation ended with a giant falling face-first, not because of armor, but because a shepherd boy trusted in the Lord.

David and Goliath

200

At this semester's Club Fair, CMSA made a reel featuring Anne and Keriana. This was our first collab reel with this association.

OCSA

300

This gold cup holds the Blood of Christ during the sacrifice of the Mass.

Chalice

300

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son.”

John 

300

This saint, known for his radical conversion and brilliant mind, prayed “Give me chastity, Lord, but not yet.”

St. Augustine

300

This prophet’s vision included a valley of dry bones coming back to life, symbolizing God restoring His people.

Ezekiel

300

Friday Nov. 14th 2025 will be the first official Friendsgiving, hosted by CMSA and these two religious clubs. 

OCSA and SHI

400

This symbol, often seen with a circle of thorns around it, represents Jesus’ burning love and suffering for humanity.

Sacred Heart

400

A popular verse used for comfort during fear or discouragement, “Be not afraid”, comes from this prophetic book.

Isaiah

400

This saint, the “Little Flower,” is not an academic patron, but is deeply beloved by students for her simple spirituality and “little way”, offering small sacrifices with great love.

St. Thérèse of Lisieux

400

This man’s army was intentionally reduced to just 300 soldiers before battle, so Israel would know their victory was purely God.

Gideon

400

These 3 members of CMSA host Bible studies this semester. 

Mark, Chisom, & Elvis 

500

In early Christianity, this sea creature was secretly drawn in the sand to identify believers to each other during persecution.

fish / Ichthys

500

This Gospel opens with a declaration of Christ’s divinity. 

Gospel of John

500

This saint was known for memorizing Scripture, writing extensive biblical commentary, and is often depicted with a skull on his desk.

St. Jerome

500

In this Old Testament story, a terrified prophet discovered that God’s voice wasn’t in the wind, the earthquake, or the fire, but in a gentle whisper.

The story of Elijah on Mount Horeb

500

This member of CMSA is our Treasurer

Ethan