QUESTIONS 1-5
What is a sacrament?
An outward sign by which the grace of Christ comes to us
True or False:
Sunday is the Lord’s Day. We as Catholics are required to attend Mass on Sundays in order to place God first in our lives. We may also attend a Saturday “Vigil” Mass to fulfill our obligation.
TRUE
What city does the head of the Catholic Church (the Pope) reside in?
Rome (the Vatican)
What is The Immaculate Conception?
Mary being preserved from all sin by the grace of God so that she could be the immaculate Mother of the Lord
What is the final sacrament of initiation?
Confirmation
How many Sacraments are there?
Seven (7)
What sacrament ensures preparation for Eucharist?
Penance (confession)
How many apostles were selected by Jesus?
Twelve (12)
What is the order of of the seasons in the Liturgical Year in the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church?
Advent, Christmas, Ordinary Time (after Epiphany), Lent, Easter, and Ordinary Time (after Pentecost)
What are the Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church?
Baptism, Penance, Holy Eucharist, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, Holy Orders, and the Anointing of the Sick
What are the Sacraments of Initiation?
Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist
Who is the Third Person of the Blessed Trinity?
The Holy Spirit
Where does God reveal his plan for all of us?
In Sacred Tradition and Sacred Scripture
True or False:
Simon the Fisherman was the brother of Andrew.
TRUE
How many Gospels are there in Sacred Scripture?
Four (4)
What is Baptism?
The beginning of the Christian life, and the first and chief forgiveness of our sins
What sin is considered a serious offense against God which turns us away from Him and his love?
Mortal Sin
There are many different rites in the Catholic Church. To which rite do we belong to here at Saint Thomas More Catholic Church?
The Roman (Latin) Rite
What did Jesus change Simon’s name to?
Peter
Who is the ultimate author of Sacred Scripture?
God through the Holy Spirit
True or False:
The Archangel Michael appeared to Mary in the Annunciation.
FALSE
What is Confirmation?
It is the final sacrament of Christian initiation which completes our Baptism and seals us with the Holy Spirit
What most completely describes those who are members of Holy Orders?
Bishop, Priest, and Deacon
Who was Jesus’ adopted father?
Joseph
Who led his people from captivity in Egypt?
Moses