Confirmation 3 Vocabulary

Altar

Where we celebrate the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, a representation of the Last Supper.

Apostle

One of the first twelve disciples who followed Jesus who went out to tell others about Jesus after the Ascension

Beatitudes

The teachings of Jesus Christ in the Sermon on the Mountain that proclaims who can possess the Kingdom of God

Bishop

A bishop is an ordained, consecrated, or appointed member of the Christian clergy who is generally entrusted with a position of authority and oversight. He is usually in charge of a diocese

Cardinal

is a leading bishop of the Roman Catholic Church, nominated by the Pope, and become a member of the College of Cardinals which elects succeeding popes

Pope

is the Bishop of Rome and leader of the worldwide Catholic Church and head of state representing the Holy See

Blessed Trinity

is the central doctrine of the Christian religion that there are three persons in one God. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit

Catechism

is a summary of doctrine that serves as a learning introduction to the sacraments traditionally used in catechesis or Christian religious teaching of children and adult converts

Cathedral

is a church that contains the seat (Latin word cathedra) of a bishop and serving as the central church of a diocese

Chalice

is a sacred cup that holds the wine that became the Precious Blood of Jesus

Paten

is a sacred plate that holds the bread that becomes the Body of Christ

Covenant

in Scriptures, a sacred agreement between God and His people

Diocese

the group of churches that is under the pastoral care of the Bishop

Easter

the day we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus

Advent

the four weeks before Christmas when we get ready for the birth or second coming of Jesus Christ

Triduum

A series of special religious observances & prayer over a three-day period

Baptismal Foint

is a sacred container that holds holy water to remind us of our baptism into Jesus

Theological Virtues

are the traits, faith, hope, and charity which are the fundamental principles of Catholicism

Corporal Works of Mercy

the practice of love that tend to the bodily needs of others. There are 7 corporal works of mercy: 1) Feed the hungry 2) Give drink to the thirsty 3) Clothe the naked 4) Shelter the homeless 5) Visit the sick 6) Visit the imprisoned 7) Bury the dead. These actions reflect Christ's call to care for those in need.

Gifts of the Holy Spirit

7 sanctifying gifts that are infused into every Christian in the sacrament of Confirmation, helping them to grow in holiness. 1) Fortitude 2) Counsel 3) Knowledge 4) Piety 5) Fear of the Lord 6) Understanding 7) Wisdom

Marks of the Church

the four distinctive attributes of the church. 1) One 2) Holy 3) Catholic 4) Apostolic

Precepts of the Church

also known as the commandments of the church, they are the duties that the Catholic Church requires of all the faithful. 1) Attend Sunday mass and all holy days of obligations 2) Go to the Sacrament of Confession at least once a year 3) Received the Sacrament of the Eucharist at least during the Easter Season 4) Observed the days of fasting and abstinence 5) Help to provide for the needs of the church

Monstrance

is an upright vessel that holds the consecrated host for special adoration and benediction

Sunday Obligation

attend Sunday Mass and enjoy adequate rest on Sunday. This is to observe the third commandment “Keep holy the Lord’s Day".

Liturgy of the Word

the first of the two principal rites of the mass. During this part of the mass, the word of Gof is proclaimed to us to remind us of what we are called to and of what God has done for us.

Great Commandments

the two greatest commandments cited by Jesus 1) Love the lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind 2) Love your neighbor as yourself

Paraclete / Advocate

a name given to the Holy Spirit which means the Holy Spirit is to have God himself indwelling us as believers. The Holy Spirit remains in us, teaches us, comforts us, reminds us oof what Jesus has taught so that we can depend on His word

Sacramental

These are sacred signs which bear a resemblance to the sacraments. They signify effects, particularly of a spiritual nature, which are obtained through the intercession of the Church

Grace

The life of God in our souls or God’s friendship. We received grace from the sacraments, from prayer, and from doing good.

Sanctifying Grace

is the grace that remains with us and keeps the soul holy. It gives the soul supernatural life

Sponsor

the person who presents a child at baptism and professes the faith in the child’s name. After baptism, the sponsor serves as a proxy for the parents if they should be unable or fail to provide for the child's religious training. At Confirmation, the sponsor presents the candidate for anointing. After Confirmation, through example and advice, the sponsor helps guide the confirmed in a life of Christian committment

Transubstantiation

the conversion of the substance of the Eucharistic elements into the body and blood of Christ at consecration, only the appearances of bread and wine remaining

Vatican 1 / Vatican II

two ecumenical councils called by Pope Pius IX & Pope John XXIII to address contemporary problems that resulted in changes and spiritual renewal.

Missionary

a person sent on a religious mission, especially one sent to promote Christianity in a foreign country

Tabernacle

the special place in our church, where the Holy Eucharist is kept

Cardinal / Moral Values

are attitudes and good habits that govern one’s actions, passions, and conduct according to reason; and are acquired by human effort: 1) prudence 2) temperance 3) fortitude 4) justice

Spiritual Works of Mercy

are acts of compassion, bny which we help our neighbors with their emotional and spiritual needs. 1) admonish the sinner 2) teach the ignorant 3) comfort the afflicted 4) forgiveness 5) bear wrongs patiently 6) counsel the doubtful 7) pray for the living & dead

Fruits of the Spirit

the result or the work of the Spirit in a believer’s life 1) Love 2) joy 3) peace 4) patience 5) kindness 6) goodness 7) gentleness8) faithfulness 9) self-control

Gospels

the Good news written by the four evangelists that tells us what Jesus came to tell us and do for us.

Ten Commandments

the laws given by God to Moses

Old & New Testaments

the two parts of the Bible. The Old Testament that tells stories how the people waited for the savior and the New Testament tells stories of how Jesus came into the world to save man

Mortal Sin

a serious sin that kills all life of grace in a soul

Liturgy of the Eucharist / Word

The two principal rites of the mass. The Liturgy of the word includes the proclamation of the word of God and the Liturgy of the Eucharist is the offering and the presentation of bread and wine at the altar, their consecration by the priest during the Eucharistic prayer

Miter

a tall headdress worn by Bishops

Staff

a hooked staff carried by a bishop as a symbol of pastoral office

Crosier

a staff resembling a shepherd’s crook carried by Bishops as a sign of authority

Mass

the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross offered by the priest in our church

Ministry

is an activity carried out by Christians to express or spread their faither

Litany

a series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to in a recurring formula by the people

Godparents

a person who presents a child at baptism and promises to take responsibility for their religious education

Saint

a holy person who loved God very much on Earth and now is in Heaven

Holiness

the state or quality of being holy

Martyr

is a person who was killed because of their testimony of Jesus and God

Free Will

the capability of making a choice among independently

Social Justice

teaches us that all people are made in the image of God and has a right to all that is needed to allow him or her to live their full potential as intended by God

Paschal Mystery

the suffering, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ. Another name for mass

Holy Day

are days on which the faithful are expected to attend Mass, and engage in rest from work and recreation, according to the Third Commandment

Ordo

an annual calendar that gives directions for each day’s Mass and Office

Liturgy of the Hour

also known as the Divine Office or the Work of God (Opus Dei), is the daily prayer of the Church, marking the hours of each day and sanctifying the day with prayer

Sacrament

is an outward sign instituted by Jesus Christ to grant grace

Miracle

an extraordinary event that is unexplainable by science or natural law

Sin

the intentional, purposeful violation of the will of God

Explain why Mary is the Immaculate Conception

Mary is a vessel for the Savior, Jesus Christ, who is the second blessed of the Trinity. When the angel Gabriel greeted Mary, “Hail Mary, full of grace,” the word full means that Mary did not have any sin. This means that when Mary was conceived, she did not have the stain of the original sin

Explain what is the “Communion of Saints” which is one of the Articles of Faith

The Communion of Saints talks about the mystical body of Christ which is composed of 3 states. The Faithful in Heaven or Church Triumphant, the Faithful on Earth or Church Militant, and the Faithful in Purgatory or Church Suffering. The main goal for all these Faithfuls is to go to Heaven and to do that, all three states pray for each other.

Order of how to pray the Rosary

1. Sign of the Cross

2. Apostle’s Creeds

3. Our Father

4. 3 Hail Mary’s

5. 1 Glory Be

6. Fatima Prayer

7. 1st Mystery

8. Our Father

9. 10 Hail Mary’s

10. 1 Glory Be

11. Fatima Prayer

12. Continue with the Mystery, Our Father, 10 Hail Mary’s, Glory Be, and Fatima Prayer until the fifth Mystery

13. Hail Holy Queen

14. Memorare

The Pentateuch

The first five books of the Bible

Genesis

Book of beginnings. It describes the creation of the world and revelas the plan within God’s heart to have a people of his very own, set apart to worship him. The message is that salvation is essential.

Exodus

God reveals himself to the world by setting his people free from bondage in Egypt through a series of spectacular miracles. To his people, God made himself known through extraordinary revelations and through their leader, Moses. God also created and gave the Ten Commandments to Moses. The message is that deliverance is essential

Leviticus

God’s guidebook for teaching his people about holy living and worship. Everything from sexual conduct, to the handling of food, to the instructions for worship and religious celebrations are covered in detail in this book. The message is that holiness is essential.

Numbers

This book records Israel’s experiences while journeying through the wilderness. The people’s disobedience and lack of faith caused God to make them wander in the desert until all the people of that generation had died — with a few important exceptions. The message is that perseverance is essential.

Deuteronomy

Written when God’s people were about to enter the Promised Land, this book gives a stern reminder that God is worthy of worship and obedience. It also retells the covenant between God and his people of Israel, presented in three addresses or sermons by Moses. The message is that obedience is essential.

The Joyful Mysteries

1. The Annunciation

2. The Visitation

3. The Birth of Christ

4. The Presentation

5. Finding in the Temple

The Luminous Mysteries

1. The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River

2. The Self-Manifestation of Christ at the Wedding of Cana

3. Proclamation of the Kingdom

4. The Transfiguration

5. Insitution of the Sacrament of the Eucharist

The Sorrowful Mysteries

1. Agony in the Garden

2. the Scourging of the Pillar

3. The Crowning with Thorns

4. The Carrying of the Cross

5. The Crucification

The Glorious Mysteries

1. The Resurrection

2. The Ascension

3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit

4. The Assumption

5. The Crowning of Mary

The Seven Deadly Sins

1. Pride

2. Greed

3. Lust

4. Envy

5. Gluttony

6. Wrath

7. Sloth