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The Basics
The Bible
Confirmation
The Modern Church
Precepts of the Church
100
Who started the Catholic Church?
Jesus
100
In what book is the story of creation found?
Genesis
100
When did the first Confirmation occur?
At Pentecost when the Apostles received the Holy Spirit
100
What Rite of the Catholic Church do we belong to?
Latin Rite (Roman Catholic)
100
When must we attend Mass?
Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation
200
What is the Fourth Commandment?
Honor your father and mother
200
In what book is the story of Moses found?
Exodus
200
Can a Priest perform the Sacrament of Confirmation?
Yes, with the approval of the Bishop
200
What is the name of the Council held in the 1960s that encouraged greater contact with other religions, allowed the language of the people to be used in the Liturgy, and encouraged laypeople to take a greater part in the Church's mission, among other things?
Vatican Council II
200
How often must we go to Confession?
After any mortal sin, or at least once per year
300
A serious sin that separates us from God's grace is?
Mortal Sin
300
Who compiled the Bible?
The Catholic Church
300
Name one of the five conditions you must meet in order to be Confirmed.
Must be of the age of reason. Must be willing to publicly profess your faith in Jesus and the Church. Must be in a state of grace. Must have the desire and intention of receiving the Sacrament. Must be willing to take on the duties of a disciple of Christ.
300
When first established, what were the only two colonies among the first 13 American Colonies to be open to settlements by Catholics?
Pennsylvania and Maryland
300
How often must we receive the Eucharist?
At least once during the Easter season
400
Is Ash Wednesday a Holy Day of Obligation?
No
400
How many books are in the Bible?
73
400
What are the essential words the Priest or Bishop say when you are confirmed?
Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit
400
Who was the first American born individual to be canonized a Saint?
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
400
Name four of the Holy Days of Obligation
Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Dec. 8). Christmas (Dec. 25). Solemnity of Mary (Jan. 1). Feast of the Ascension (40 days after Easter Sunday). Assumption of Mary (Aug. 15). All Saints Day (Nov. 1).
500
What is the center of Catholic life?
The Eucharist
500
What are the names of the Gospels?
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
500
The oil used by the Priest or Bishop during Confirmation is called what?
Holy Chrism
500
Who is our Pope?
Pope Francis
500
What are the two days of fasting during the Lenten season?
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday