Confirmation Study Guide 2019-2020 Flashcards

A comprehensive set of vocabulary and fundamental concepts from the 2019-2020 Confirmation Study Guide, covering prayers, commandments, sacraments, and theological terminology.

Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Doxology

Otherwise known as the Glory Be to the Father.

Act of Contrition

A prayer expressing sorrow for sins, the intention to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid what leads to sin, through the mercy of Jesus Christ.

Consubstantial

A term in the Nicene Creed describing the relationship between the Son and the Father, meaning he is begotten, not made, and of the same substance.

Incarnate

The process by which the Son, by the Holy Spirit, was born of the Virgin Mary and became man.

Psalm 145:18

The Lord is near to All who call on Him.

First Great Commandment

You shall love the Lord, your God, with your whole heart, mind, soul and strength.

Second Great Commandment

Love your neighbor as yourself.

CSDCP

A mnemonic for the five essential elements for a good Reconciliation: Examine your Conscience, be Sorry, Decide to improve, Confess, and do Penance.

First Commandment

I am the Lord, your God. You shall have no strange gods before me.

Second Commandment

You shall not take the name of the Lord, your God, in vain.

Third Commandment

Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day.

Fourth Commandment

Honor your father and your mother.

Fifth Commandment

You shall not kill.

Sixth Commandment

You shall not commit adultery.

Seventh Commandment

You shall not steal.

Eighth Commandment

You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

Ninth Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor's wife.

Tenth Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor's goods.

Mary, the Mother of God

A Holy Day celebrated on January 1.

Assumption of Mary

A Holy Day celebrated on August 15.

All Saints' Day

A Holy Day celebrated on November 1.

Immaculate Conception of Mary

A Holy Day celebrated on December 8.

Christmas

A Holy Day celebrated on December 25.

Conditions for not receiving Holy Communion

When a person is guilty of a mortal sin or has not fasted for one hour before Communion.

Sacraments of Initiation

Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.

Sacraments of Healing

Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick.

Sacraments of Service

Marriage and Holy Orders.

Three elements of a Mortal Sin

1. The matter is serious, 2. I know it's serious, and 3. I give full consent.

Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit (KWFF CUP)

Knowledge, Wisdom, Fortitude (or Courage), Fear of the Lord (or Awe and Wonder), Counsel (or Right Judgment), Understanding, and Piety (or Reverence).

Four marks of the Church

One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic.

Fasting Age Requirement

Required for individuals from 18 years old until their 60th birthday.

Abstinence Age Requirement

Required for individuals from 14 years old.

Seven Corporal Works of Mercy

Feed the hungry, Give drink to the thirsty, Clothe the naked, Visit the imprisoned, Shelter the homeless, Visit the sick, and Bury the dead.

Seven Spiritual Works of Mercy

Correct those who need it, Teach the ignorant, Give advice to those who need it, Comfort those who suffer, Be patient with others, Forgive others who hurt you, and Pray for others.

Number of books in the Old Testament

46 books.

Number of books in the New Testament

27 books.

Four Gospels

Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

Emergency formula for Baptism

Pouring water over the person's head while saying 'I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit'.

Five seasons of the Church year

Advent, Christmas, Ordinary Time, Lent and Easter.

Seven capital sins (PLEASE GC)

Pride, Lust, Envy, Anger, Sloth, Gluttony, and Covetousness.

Twelve fruits of the Holy Spirit

Chastity, Faithfulness, Joy, Kindness, Love, Modesty, Self-Control, Patience, Peace, Generosity, Gentleness, and Goodness.