A Brief History of Worship in the Orthodox Church
When was the first liturgy?
The Last Supper
What is the Eucharist?
Communion
What is forgiveness?
Not holding a grudge after someone does something that upsets you.
Which liturgy is commonly used?
Liturgy of St.Basil
How many liturgies do we have in the church?
3
The Holy Bread is then pierced five times. What does each pierce represent?
The 3 nails, the crown of thorn, and the spear used in the Passion.
What is the prayer of Reconciliation?
The prayer we pray before taking communion asking God to cleanse our hearts.
What are the 9 fruits of the spirit?
1. Love
2. Joy
3. Peace
4. Patience
5. Kindness
6. Goodness
7. Faithfulness
8. Gentleness
9. Self Control
How were liturgies prayed back then?
In small gatherings at peoples homes.
What do you need to do before taking communion?
Make sure you are one with your brothers and sisters.
Why do we take communion?
For the forgiveness/remission of sins.
What is Arianism?
St. Basil fought against this false teaching that denied Christ’s full divinity.
What are the names of the 3 liturgies we have?
St. Basil
St. Gregory
St. Cyril
What do the two deacons on each side of the altar symbolize?
The 2 angels standing by the tomb at the time of resurrection.
How many times does Abouna say the absolution during the liturgy?
3
what is the difference between character and identity?
Identity is who you are
Personality is the qualities that you have that make up your identity
Who established the first Church in Egypt?
St. Mark the Evangelist
What is the chosen Holy Bread is called?
Hamal.
At what times does Abouna pray the absolution?
After Matins
At the Absolution of Ministers
After the fraction & our father
Where was St.Basil born?
Caesarea