Sacraments
The first sacrament of initiation that cleanses a soul of original sin. Most will receive this as an infant.
What is Baptism.
This is wooden object is made out of two beams and sometimes has the body of Jesus on it.
What is a Crucifix(Cross)?
A holy book containing the story of God and human salvation throughout history.
What is the Bible?
The day we celebrate Jesus' Birthday is December 25th. A lot of non-Christians also celebrate this day with Santa Claus and evergreen trees.
What is Christmas?
This person walked on water. He only lived for 33 years but had a large following of people. He was crucified over 2,000 years ago by Pontius Pilot. Then rose from the dead after three days.
Who is Jesus?
A sacrament that occurs between a man and a woman in which they agree to love each other. "Till death do us part".
What is the sacrament of marriage?
A white bird that is used to symbolize the Holy Spirit.
What is a Dove?
Bread that has been blessed and is now the Body of Christ. This was first given to the twelve disciples who followed Jesus. We now can receive it daily/weekly during Mass.
What is the Eucharist?
On this day we celebrate Jesus rising from the dead. It happens in the Spring time. There are also stories of bunnies that bring colorful eggs.
What is Easter?
The Mother of the Son God. She was born without sin and lived her whole life without the stain of sin.
Who is Mary?
In this sacrament of healing a penitent asks God for forgiveness of sins they have committed.
What is the Sacrament of Reconciliation? (Confession)
During one of the many miracles Christ did while on earth he multiplied both this and bread for people to eat. In the early church this symbol was used as a code to tell other Christians that they believed in God while in public.
What is a Fish?
A necklace like object with a combination of 10 beads followed by an empty string that leads to a single bead then repeats to a 10 bead pattern. This tool will have a string of beads off one end and a crucifix. This is used as a guide for a set of prayers to pray.
What is the Rosary?
The day beginning the lent season. During mass ashes are spreads across ones head in a cross formation.
What is Ash Wednesday?
The Foster Father of Jesus. He married Mary knowing she was pregnant with Jesus.
Who is Mary?
This sacrament is to heal the sick and those that are dying.
An animal with fleece fur typically used for blanket and clothing. It's often used to represent Jesus.
What is a Lamb?
A red liquid beverage that after being consecrated is the blood of Christ.
What is wine?
We remember a great Bishop from Ireland on March 17th.
What is Saint Patrick's Day?
This man's mother hid him in a basket and put him in a river where he was found by the Pharo's daughter. He was raised as a Prince of Egypt but later run away only to later return to free the Jews from slavery. Through him God preformed many miracles until Pharo let the Jewish people free. He parted the red sea and lead God's people through the desert for 40 years.
Who is Moses?
The final sacrament of initiation that a catechumen receives to become a full member of the Church.
What is the Sacrament of Confirmation?
This symbol is of Jesus' Heart surrounded by a crown of thorns.
What is the Sacred Heart?
A decorative wreath with five candles to symbolize the passage of four weeks with the final candle representing the birth of Jesus.
An Advent Wreath?
On November 1st we celebrate and remember all Christian people who have passed and are now in Heaven.
What is all Souls Day(Dia De los Muertos)?
This woman followed Jesus and was at his cross when he died. She was the first to see Jesus' tomb empty.
Who is Mary Magdalene?