Sacraments
Who created and gave us the sacraments?
Jesus
What color vestments does the priest wear during Ordinary Time?
Green
Which angel appeared to Mary to tell her that she would be the mother of Jesus?
Gabriel
This saint was appointed to be the leader of all the apostles.
What is grace?
Help from God.
Which sacraments CANNOT be repeated and why?
Baptism, confirmation and Holy Orders...because they leave a permanent mark on our souls.
When is the Ascension of the Lord?
On the 40th day of Easter
How many gospels are there? Name them in order.
Four - Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
This person was persecuting early Christians until he was knocked off his horse and Jesus said "why are you persecuting me?"
St. Paul
Complete this sentence. "Grace builds on ____."
Nature
What is a sacrament (three parts)?
What is an (i) outward sign (ii) instituted by Christ to give (iii) grace.
This Feast was instituted by Pope John II in 2000 to be celebrated on the 2nd Sunday of Easter.
Divine Mercy Sunday
What does the word "disciple" mean?
student
This person wrote one of the Gospels, was a physician but was not one of the original 12 Apostles.
What are the three effects of confirmation?
increase of sanctifying grace; strengthening of faith; gifts of the Holy Spirit
What does the word Eucharist mean?
Thanksgiving
When does the priest wear violet vestments (name 3 different occasions)?
Advent, Lent and funerals.
Which book describes Israel's freedom from slavery and forming the covenant with God?
Exodus
This saint once said: “I baptize with water; but there is one among you whom you do not recognize, the one who is coming after me, whose sandal strap I am not worthy to untie.”
St. John the Baptist
When did the Holy Spirit come down from heaven and descend upon the Apostles?
Pentecost (50 days after Easter).
What are the three kinds of holy oils and when are they used?
Oil of catechumens: those preparing for baptism
oil of the sick: those who are sick or dying
sacred chrism: things or persons dedicated to God, e.g. baptism, ordination, consecration of altar
How many Sundays are there in Advent and what does Advent mean?
4 Sundays; Advent means "arrival" or "coming" of the Lord.
What is the central message of Christianity?
The heart of Christianity is that the Jesus, the Son of God, died for our sins and rose from the dead.
After Jesus rose from the dead, who was the first person to encounter the Risen Lord?
St. Mary Magdalene.
What are the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit
PUFWACK: Piety, Understanding, Fortitude, Wisdom, Awe, Counsel and Knowledge