You Shall Surely Rejoice
What is this year's St. Mark Festival's theme?
You shall surely rejoice
What does the name "Samuel" mean?
The name Samuel means "God hears" .
What are the Catholic Epistles?
Epistle of St. James, 2 epistles of St. Peter, 3 of St. John, and 1 by St. Jude
What does Philippians 1:21-24 tell us about living and dying?
"For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain" .
What is the journey of praising compared to?
A journey from earth to heaven, giving a taste of eternity
What is one reason for experiencing true joy according to Deuteronomy 16:15?
Because the Lord's blessings enable us to rejoice .
How was Samuel given to Hannah?
Samuel was given to Hannah as a result of her prayers and faith.
What does St. James encourage us to request through prayer?
Knowledge, understanding, and correct judgment to deal with life’s trials .
How is salvation contrasted between Adam and Christ?
From Adam, we received sin and death; from Christ, we received salvation and everlasting life .
what are the 4 reasons on why midnight praises is important?
1. It helps us get rid of evil habits as well as purify or thoughts and senses.
2. Pass our Christian dogma throughout generations.
3. to fight evil spirit and triumph over him.
4. Praising is the work of the angels and saints all the time around the throne of God
How is worldly happiness described?
Worldly happiness is showy and temporary, affecting only our thoughts and emotions.
Who wrote the Book of Samuel?
Samuel the prophet wrote it until his death, then Gad and Nathan completed it .
Who is it addressing when the term Catholic Epistles is used ?
They are addressed to all Christians and not to specific people or churches .
What is the main reason for rejoicing in the Lord according to the book?
Rejoicing in the Lord as our Savior and Redeemer .
what are the types of communication and provide an example?
Internal : The Prodigal Son
External: our Lord Jesus Christ and the Samaritan woman
What kind of joy do we find in the "paradise of joy"?
The joy of meeting with our Lord and the saints in a place where grief and sorrow do not exist.
WhO and what did Israel do so God can save them from?
Through prayer, fasting, and sacrifice offering to God, they overcame the Philistines.
What is the importance of patience in trials?
Patience includes standing fast under pressure and turning hardships into opportunities .
How should we view our trials and difficulties?
As opportunities to grow in faith and develop patience .
What is the purpose of communication?
Providing information
Sharing feelings
Persuasion
Motivating others
Entertainment
What should we rejoice in according to the book?
We should rejoice in the Lord Jesus, the Holy Bible, the Church, and the eternal life to come .
What was the main reason for Saul's rejection as king?
Saul was rejected for his disobedience to our Lord's commands .
What is the relationship between faith and works in the Epistle of St. James?
Works are a natural result of faith, aligning lifestyles with beliefs .
What is one way to rejoice in our faith?
By being firm in prayers and doctrine .
Order of midnight praises
~ The Introduction to the Midnight Praises
~ The First Canticle (Hoos)
~ Lobsh of the First Canticle
~ The Second Canticle (Hoos)
~ Lobsh of the Second Canticle
~ The Third Canticle (Hoos)
~ The Psali of the Three Young Youths (Aripsalin)
~ The Glorification of the Three Young Youths (Tenoweh Ensok)
~ The Commemoration of the Saints
~ Doxologies
~ The Fourth Canticle (Hoos)
~ Psali
~ Theotokia
~ Antiphonary (Defnar)
~ The Conclusion of the Theotokias
~ Conclusion of the Midnight Psalmody