Why do we sing during mass?
Unites us as one, inviting the Holy Spirit to move in us
What took place at the altar back then?
Hint: π§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈπ§πΎββοΈ + ππ½ + ππ·
The Last Supper
What do the vessels symbolize?
Symbol for Christ
Demonstrate the sign of the cross
π
π π π
ππ½
St. Augustine (and Anh Thanh) said, "When we sing, __ ____ _____
We pray twice!
What are the two ways we ourselves and others bow towards the sanctuary and Christ?
Bonus points if you can demonstrate!
Low and slow bow and genuflecting
Name all of the sacred vessels on the altar
Altar cloth, Altar cross, and Altar candles
What is the meaning of the sign of the cross?
To remind us of our relationship with God through Baptism
What helps us express our thoughts and words?
hint: this category π
Music or song
Why do we bow?
To show reverence to Christ who sacrificed life for us
Can there be more than two altar candles on the altar?
True
The sign of the cross reminds us that we have access to ___
GOD!
What is another word for entrance song?
Entrance Hymn
Why do priests kiss the altar before mass starts?
To show their love for Christ. (Also to show that Christ is the center of the mass).
What is the meaning of the small cross on the altar?
Help the priest look towards God through Jesus.
What does the "Amen" mean?
It means we believe in the loving, good God
As we know, singing unites us and allows the Holy Spirit to move in us, what is another reason why we sing?
(Do not overthink it!)
To open up our ourselves in praise and worship of God.
What is the central focus during mass? (Not what is the center of mass)
Hint: Five letters
The Altar!
What does the bread and wine become during mass?
Body and blood
What does each movement mean?
The Father= Heaven, The Son= human nature of God and Jesus, The Holy Spirit= power of the Holy Spirit