MCC Sacramental Theology & Liturgy

Question 1

What is a sacrament in Catholic teaching?

Accepted Answer

An outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace

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A symbolic tradition.

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A religious custom without spiritual effect.

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A historical reenactment.

Question 2

How many sacraments are there in the Catholic Church?

Accepted Answer

Seven

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Three.

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Five.

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Nine.

Question 3

What is the central act of Catholic worship?

Accepted Answer

The Eucharist

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Morning prayers.

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Recitation of the rosary.

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Celebration of feast days only.

Question 4

What does 'liturgy' mean in the Catholic Church?

Accepted Answer

Official public worship of God

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Private prayer.

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Informal gatherings.

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Religious studies class.

Question 5

Which sacrament initiates a person into the Christian faith?

Accepted Answer

Baptism

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Confirmation.

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Eucharist.

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Reconciliation.

Question 6

What is the purpose of the Sacrament of Reconciliation?

Accepted Answer

To restore grace and heal the relationship with God

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To punish the sinner.

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To teach public speaking.

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To exclude the individual from Mass.

Question 7

Which sacrament strengthens the gifts of the Holy Spirit?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation

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Marriage.

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Holy Orders.

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Anointing of the Sick.

Question 8

What is the effect of the Anointing of the Sick?

Accepted Answer

Spiritual healing and peace for the sick

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Guaranteed physical healing.

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Public announcement of illness.

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Induction into religious life.

Question 9

What is the liturgical year centered around?

Accepted Answer

The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ

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Feasts of the Saints.

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National holidays.

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Church building anniversaries.