Vocabulary / Terms
The unity in Christ of all those he has redeemed: the Church on earth, in heaven, and in Purgatory.
Communion of Saints
True/False: By becoming a member of the Church through Baptism, you are charged with the responsibility to profess the faith and share it with others
True
What is the last Sunday of Lent referred to as, and why?
Palm Sunday, liturgy of the mass involves the blessing and waving of palm leaves
"capable of producing a desired effect", sacraments have this quality
efficacious
This symbol of cleansing and rebirth can be seen in the sacrament of Baptism
Water
What is the name of the week leading up to Easter?
Holy Week
Visible signs of God’s grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which divine life is dispensed to us.
Sacraments
Official public worship of the Church (the Mass is the most well known and most important of this)
Liturgy
What are ashes a symbol of in the Ash Wednesday service?
Mortality and mourning
Who described the sacraments as "visible signs of invisible grace"
St. Augustine of Hippo
Name the Seven Sacraments in the Catholic Church
Baptism, Confession, Eucharist, Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, Matrimony
What is the liturgical color of Lent?
Purple
A grace that heals your human nature, wounded by sin, and gives you a share in the divine life
Sanctifying Grace
How is your participation in the Church a Communion of Faith?
The faith you share with other Catholics today is the same faith inherited from the Apostles.
What does the priest say when applying ashes to the forehead on Ash Wednesday?
"Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return"
This sacrament is the gateway to all sacraments and official welcome to the Church
Baptism
How is your participation in the Church a Communion of Charity?
Every act of charity performed by Catholics benefits the entire Body of Christ. Every sin harms this communion.
These three practices make up how Catholics should plan to observe Lent
Fasting, Almsgiving, Prayer
the doctrine that states Christ was both fully human and fully divine, two persons in one
Hypostatic Union
How is a prophet different from an evangelist?
A prophet speaks the word of God to others, an evangelist spreads the message of Christ throughout the world
What day of Lent commemorates Jesus’ institution of the Eucharist?
Holy Thursday
A special gift, talent, or ability given to each Church member by the Holy Spirit.
Charism
This sacramental symbol can represent strength and healing, and is used in several sacraments
Holy Oil
Bonus 200: Name three sacraments that use this.
Going to confession makes you no longer a sinner
False
True/False: All Catholics are considered part of the common priesthood and have related obligations of how to minister
True
Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation are referred to as the "Sacraments of ______"
Initiation
Why do Catholics fast during Lent?
To deepen your connection to God, express repentance and practice self-discipline as well as continuing the tradition from the Old Testament.
Communication or dispensation of the fruits of Christ’s Paschal Mystery through the celebration of the sacramental liturgy.
Sacramental Economy
What are the four aspects or dimensions to each sacrament?
Communion, Celebration, Memorial, and Transformation
Why is Lent 40 days?
It symbolizes/represents when Jesus was fasting and praying in the desert whilst being tempted by the Devil.