MCC Liturgical Year & Lectionary 2

Question 1

Which liturgical season begins the Church's new year?

Accepted Answer

Advent

Answer

Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year, typically starting four Sundays before Christmas.

Question 2

In the Roman Rite's Lectionary, how many years constitute one complete Sunday cycle?

Accepted Answer

Three years

Answer

The Sunday Lectionary follows a three-year cycle (Years A, B, and C), each featuring a different Synoptic Gospel.

Question 3

Which Gospel is proclaimed on most Sundays during Lectionary Year B?

Accepted Answer

Mark

Answer

Year B centers on the Gospel of Mark, supplemented by John in certain seasons.

Question 4

What color vestment does the presider typically wear during Ordinary Time?

Accepted Answer

Green

Answer

Green symbolizes hope and growth and is worn during Ordinary Time throughout the year.

Question 5

The Easter Triduum begins at the evening Mass of which day?

Accepted Answer

Holy Thursday

Answer

The Triduum begins with the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday evening and concludes on Easter Sunday.

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