Grade 3 -­‐ BCT’s Session 1 1. Who were the apostles? The apostles were close friends of Jesus who followed Him and taught others about Jesus. 2. What is the Apostles’ Creed? The Apostles’ Creed is a prayer that states what members of the Catholic Church believe. 3. Name and describe the 3 parts of the Apostles’ Creed. 1. God the Father, the Creator 2. God the Son, the Redeemer 3. The Holy Spirit, the Sanctifier 4. What is a psalm? A psalm is a prayer in the form of a poem or song that is used to praise God. 5. Why did God create all things? Because of His love. 6. Why must we make God an important part of our lives? Because He created us and because He loves us. 7. What does the beauty in our world help us to do? To know God and to love God because God is present in everything in He has made. Session 2 8. Why do we pray the Sign of the Cross? Praying the Sign of the Cross is a way of remembering the Trinity. 9. Who are the 3 Persons in the Trinity? God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit. 10. What does the Holy Spirit do? The Holy Spirit helps us to understand how much God loves us and how to love others. 11. What do the Sign of the Cross, the Glory Be and the Apostle’s Creed have in common? They praise God the Trinity. 12. Who is the source of the love that we have for one another? The Trinity. Session 3 13. What does the word “reveal” mean? Making known what was not known before. 14. What prayer did Jesus give us so that we could speak to God? The Lord’s Prayer (or The Our Father) September 2016 1 15. Why does God want us to call Him Father? God wants us to know that He loves us, cares for us, answers our prayers and forgives us, like any good father would. 16. In the Our Father what does the word “hallowed” mean? Holy 17. In the Our Father what are “trespasses”? Trespasses are things we do that hurt others; things that are wrong to do. 18. What does forgive mean? To be kind to people who have hurt us and to let go of the hurt. Session 4 19. What did the angel tell Joseph? That Mary would have a baby thru the Holy Spirit. 20. What does the name Jesus mean? God saves us. 21. What does the name Emmanuel mean? God with us. 22. What are the Scriptures? The Scriptures are the holy writings about God and Jesus in the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. 23. Why did God our Father send His Son to us? To save us, to teach us, and to be with us. Session 5 24. What are the five main seasons of the Church and what color is associated with each? Advent -­‐ purple, Christmas -­‐ white, Ordinary Time – green, Lent -­‐ purple, Easter -­‐ white. 25. When do we celebrate Ordinary Time? After Christmas until Ash Wednesday and then after Pentecost until Advent. Session 6 26. What is a religious community? A group of men or women who live, work, and pray together to serve God and others. 27. What is a parable? A simple story used by Jesus in the Gospels to explain a difficult idea or lesson. 28. What is the Kingdom of God? The Kingdom of God is accepting God as our King and seeing ourselves as His people. We experience the Kingdom of God here on earth in the Eucharist. 29. When will we experience the fullness of the Kingdom of God? When we get to Heaven. 30. What did Jesus do to show us how to serve the Kingdom of God? He worked hard, practiced His faith, and loved all people. September 2016 2 31. Give an example of one of the parables Jesus used to describe the Kingdom of God. The Kingdom of God is like a mustard seed or the Kingdom of God is like yeast. Session 7 32. What are the two things God calls us to do? Love God above all things and love one another as much as we love ourselves. 33. What does it mean to sin? To make a choice that hurts our friendship with God and other people. 34. Who gives us the grace to turn back to God after we sin? The Holy Spirit. 35. What does conversion mean? The change of heart that directs us away from sin and towards God. 36. What rules did God give us to help us live by? The Ten Commandments. 37. What does the Holy Spirit give us to help us do what God wants? Grace. Session 8 38. What does the word mission mean? A task or project, a job or goal to achieve. 39. What is your mission as a follower of Jesus? To serve God’s Kingdom by following Jesus and serving others. 40. What does proclaim mean? To announce publicly. 41. What does the word Gospel mean? Good News. 42. What are the Gospels? The books of the Bible that tell about Jesus’ life and teachings. 43. What is the Good News of the Gospels? Jesus became man, died, and rose from the dead to save us from our sins. Session 9 44. The cross is a symbol that reminds us of something important, what does the cross represent? Jesus’ death. 45. What is the Paschal Mystery? The Paschal Mystery is how Jesus saved us through His life, Death, Resurrection. 46. How are we saved? Through Jesus’ Death and Resurrection. 47. Why do we call Jesus “Lord?” Because Jesus is God. September 2016 3 Session 10 48. What is Advent? Advent is a time to prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus. 49. When does Advent begin and end? Advent begins four Sundays before Christmas Day and ends at Christmas Mass. 50. How were Mary and Joseph faithful to God? Mary agreed to become the mother of Jesus. Joseph agreed to marry Mary and become the foster father of Jesus. 51. What is the color of the priest’s vestments and alter cloth during Advent? Purple Session 11 52. What is a disciple? A follower of Jesus. 53. Describe what happened at Pentecost. The Holy Spirit came down upon the Mary and disciples with strong wind and tongues of fire. 54. How did the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost affect the disciples?The Holy Spirit fired up the disciples to tell the world about Jesus and all who heard them could understand them even though they spoke different languages. 55. When do we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost? 50 days after Easter Sunday. 56. On Pentecost Sunday what color does the priest wear and why? Priests wear red vestments in memory of the tongues of fire of the first Pentecost. 57. How did the Holy Spirit begin building the Church? By giving the disciples the strength to be witnesses to Jesus and to spread God’s word. 58. How does the Holy Spirit continue to build the Church today? By giving us the strength to be witnesses to Jesus and to spread God’s word. 59. What are the Fruits of the Holy Spirit 1. Charity 2. Joy 3. Peace 4. Patience 5. Kindness 6. Goodness 7. Generosity 8. Gentleness 9. Faithfulness 10. Modesty 11. Self-­‐Control 12. Chastity (NOTE: This is not the same list as in the book – page 67. It is the total list of the Fruits from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, not just a part of the list. CCC #1832 ) Session 12 60. What are the four Marks of the Church? 1. one 2. holy 3. catholic 4. apostolic 61. What does “one” Church mean? The Church is “one” because Jesus united us all to God through His death on the cross. September 2016 4 62. What does “holy” Church mean? The Church is “holy” because of her union with Jesus Christ. 63. What does “catholic” Church mean? The Church is “catholic” because Jesus gave the church to the whole world (universal). 64. What does “apostolic” Church mean? The Church is “apostolic” because all Deacons, Priests, and Bishops can trace their ordination back to the apostles. 65. What is a vicar? Someone who represents another person. 66. Who did Jesus choose as His first vicar? Saint Peter 67. Who is the vicar of Christ on earth today? Pope Francis 68. Who did Jesus choose as the first bishops of the Church? The Apostles 69. Who is the bishop of the Diocese of Gary? Bishop Donald Hying 70. Who is the pastor of St. John the Evangelist Parish? Father Maletta Session 13 71. What is a Sacrament? A sacrament is an outward sign given by Christ, where He meets us, and gives Grace. 72. What is grace? God’s life in our souls. 73. What is a sacramental? An object, a prayer, or a blessing that brings us close to Jesus. 74. Name some examples of sacramental. EXAMPLES: Rosary, cross, crucifix, holy medals, scapular, prayer books, any prayer, blessings, Holy Water, Holy Oil, Palms 75. What is a blessing? A prayer that calls upon God to care for a person, a place, a thing, or an activity. 76. What do the Sacraments do for us? They help us grow in faith and live as God wants. Session 14 77. What is the Annunciation? When the Angel Gabriel asked Mary if she would be the mother of Jesus. 78. What is the Magnificat? Mary’s prayer of praise to God. September 2016 5 79. What is communion of saints? The union of all who love and serve Jesus Christ both living and dead. 80. What is the rosary? A special prayer that honors Mary, as we meditate on Mysteries of Jesus’ life. 81. What is the Visitation? When Mary visits Elizabeth to tell her the good news that Mary is to be the Mother of Jesus. 82. Who was Elizabeth’s child, Jesus’ cousin? John the Baptist 83. Name the Five Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. 1. Annunciation 2. Visitation 3. Nativity 4. Presentation of Jesus in the Temple 5. Finding Jesus in the Temple Session 15 84. When does the Christmas season begin and when does it end? Christmas begins at Mass on Christmas Eve and ends on Feast of the Baptism of Jesus. 85. Describe the Nativity scene? A picture or set of statues that show Jesus, Mary, and Joseph in the stable after the birth of Jesus. (optional: Often you will see angels, shepherds, kings, and farm animals adoring Jesus). 86. What is the Hebrew meaning for Bethlehem? House of Bread 87. Who is the Bread of Life? Jesus 88. When we gather as a Church to celebrate Christmas what else do we celebrate? Jesus in the Eucharist, the Bread of Life. 89. What is the Epiphany? When the three Wise Men brought gifts of Gold, Frankincense, Myrrh, to honor baby Jesus. Session 16 90. What is an initiation? When someone becomes a member of a group 91. What happens at Baptism? Through God’s grace, Original Sin is forgiven and we are filled with Jesus’ life and become part of the People of God. 92. What three Sacraments bring us into the Church? Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist 93. What are the sacramentals used at Baptism? White garments, water, baptismal candle, holy oils 94. What sacramentals are used at Eucharist? Bread and wine September 2016 6 95. What sacramental are used at Confirmation? holy oil, laying on of hands Session 17 96. What is personal or actual sin? A sin we choose to commit. 97. What are the two kinds of personal or actual sins?Mortal and venial 98. What is a venial sin? A choice we make that weakens our relationship with God. It hurts our relationship with God. 99. What is a mortal sin?A choice we make to turn away from God by doing something we know is seriously wrong. This breaks our relationship with God. 100.
After Jesus’ Resurrection He came to the disciples and gave them two special gifts, what were they?Peace and the power to forgive sins. 101.
When do we receive these gifts of peace and forgiveness? In the Sacrament of Reconciliation 102.
What sin is taken away at Baptism? Original Sin Session 18 103.
What is an epistle? A letter written by St. Paul or another leader to a group of Christians in the early Church. They are books found in the New Testament of the Bible. 104.
What special meal do we celebrate at Mass? The Last Supper 105.
How is Jesus present with us at Mass? He is in the people gathered, the priest, the Scripture readings, and the Eucharist. 106.
What is worship? Adoration and praise we give to God especially when we take part in Mass. 107.
What do we remember at the Eucharist? Jesus’ life, Death, and Resurrection 108.
As Catholics, when must we celebrate the Eucharist? On Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation Session 19 109.
What is a vocation? The call that each of us has to be the person God wants us to be so we can serve the Church and the Kingdom of God. September 2016 7 110.
How do people live out their vocations? As a layperson, a member of a religious community, or as a member of the clergy 111.
When men and women agree to live in faithful love, what Sacrament do they receive? Matrimony 112.
Which Sacrament helps to continue the Church’s mission given by Jesus to the Apostles? Holy Orders Session 20 113.
What do we prepare for during Lent? The celebration of Jesus’ Resurrection at Easter. 114.
What color vestments are used during Lent? Purple 115.
When do celebrate Lent? It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Thursday. 116.
When is Holy Week? It begins on Palm Sunday and ends on Easter. 117.
What do we remember during Holy Week? Jesus’ suffering, Death, and Resurrection. 118.
What are the three special practices the Church asks us to do during Lent? Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. 119.
What is fasting? Limiting what we eat to show God sorrow for sin. 120.
What is almsgiving? Giving money to those in need as an act of love. 121.
What is a prayer of intercession? A prayer that asks God for help for someone else. Session 21 122.
What is a virtue? A gift that God gives us to help us live good lives. 123.
At Baptism, we receive three the three Theological Virtues, what are they? Faith, Hope, and Charity 124.
What is another word for Faith? Believe 125.
What is another word for Hope? Trust 126.
What is another word for Charity? Love Session 22 127.
What does it mean to follow the moral law? To choose good and avoid evil. September 2016 8 128.
Name the Ten Commandments? 1. I am the Lord your God you shall not have false gods before me. 2. You shall not take the name of the Lord’s in vain. 3. Keep holy the Lord’s Day. 4. Honor your father and mother. 5. You shall not kill. 6. You shall not commit adultery. 7. You shall not steal. 8. You shall not bear false witness. 9. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife. 10. You shall not covet anything that belongs to your neighbor. 129.
The 1st Commandment is – I am the Lord your God you shall not have false gods before me. Explain what this means. Love nothing more than you love God. 130.
The 2nd Commandment is – You shall not take the name the Lord’s name in vain. Explain what this means. You should only use God, Lord, Jesus, and Christ with respect. (For example, it is a sin to say “Oh My God” or “OMG” unless you are praying.) 131.
The 3rd Commandment is – Keep holy the Lord’s Day. Explain what this means. Attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation. Sunday is also a day of rest. 132.
The 4th Commandment is – Honor your Father and Mother. Explain what this means. You should not only obey your parents but always speak and treat them with respect and kindness. 133.
The 5th Commandment is – You shall not kill. Explain what this means. Treat all life and living beings with respect. (for example: Human Life and Animals) 134.
The 6th Commandment is – You shall not commit adultery. Explain what this means. You should respect married life and dress with modesty. 135.
The 7th Commandment is – You shall not steal. Explain what this means. Respect what belongs to others. 136.
The 8th Commandment is – You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. Explain what this means. You should always tell the truth, you should never lie. 137.
The 9th and 10th Commandments state that you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife or goods. Explain what this means. Be thankful with what God has given you. Respect the gifts given to your neighbors and friends. Session 23 138.
What is justice? Giving to God and others what is due them. (ex. All humans deserve to be fed, we should share what we have with others.) Session 24 139.
What are the words of dismissal at Mass and what do they tell us to do? “The Mass is ended go forth and glorify the Lord by your life.” We should take God to others in the world. Session 25 September 2016 9 140.
What is the most important feast of the church year and what does it celebrate? Easter. It celebrates Jesus’ Resurrection from the dead. 141.
When does the Easter season begin and end? It begins on Holy Saturday with the Easter Vigil and ends on Pentecost Sunday. 142.
What color vestments and alter clothes is used during the Easter season? White 143.
Who is the Lamb of God? Jesus 144.
What is mercy? To show care, compassion, and forgiveness to those who have hurt us or those in need. September 2016 10