The House of God
What is the House of God?
The place in which the believers gather to pray and worship our Lord
All of them
What attitude should we have when entering the Church?
A respectful attitude
Who blesses a priest and helps grant him the priestly rank?
A bishop
How are priests chosen for the priesthood?
Through a process of nomination and election by the church members
During the Liturgy, where is the Lord Jesus Christ present?
The alter
How do we prepare our bodies and souls for service?
By dressing modestly and purifying our souls and minds by prayer
What does Psalm 5:7 remind us to do?
Acknowledge God's holiness and to honor His presence
What authority does the priest have in the Church?
The authority to officiate the Sacraments of the Church, doctrines, etc.
What is one of the major roles of the priest?
To look after the congregation
Why is the Church the House of God?
Because the Holy Spirit of God inhibits the Church making it the House of God.
What are the 3 things we need to do when exiting the church?
Never leave the Church before service ends, receive a blessing from Abouna, and venerate the icons.
What does Psalm 5:7 emphasize?
Approaching the House of God with humility and reverence
What do the priests' dedication and service strengthen?
The spiritual connection between the congregation and God
How do the priests live?
They live a consecrated life for Christ, as if they are dead to the world.
When was the phrase, "The House of God" first used in the Bible?
Genesis 28:17
What are the 4 things that we need to do when we enter the church?
Say a prayer, light candles, venerate icons, and arrive on time (before service starts)
How does a humble mindset help us in the Church and our spiritual lives?
It allows us to fully engage in worship and connect with God on a deeper level
True or False:
Priests are the representation of the Son of God
False
Why are priests so significant in our Church?
They are spiritual leaders, guiding and serving the community
Who quoted, "Where the church is, there is the Spirit of God, and where the Spirit of God is, there exists the Church and every grace."?
St. Irenaeus
What are the 9 behaviors we should exhibit in the Church?
Humility, Reverence, Silence, Modesty, Participation, Prayerful Attitude, Obedience, Love and Unity, and Proper Etiquette
Recite Psalm 5:7.
"But as for me, I will come into Your house in the multitude of Your mercy; in fear of You I will worship toward Your holy Temple."
Who is the word, "priest" designated to?
A clergyman who spiritually serves people and their needs and is a member of the priesthood that performs religious rites
Why do we kiss the priest's hands?
Because in a holy and mysterious way, the Son of God is present in the priest, therefore we are kissing the hand of Jesus Christ, the Son of God