Chapter 19 - A Catholic Church Flashcards
1
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Describe the Alter
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- Where the celebration of the Eucharist happens
- Main area of focus
2
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Describe the Ambo/Lecturn
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-Where priest or Minister of Word reads readings and gospels
3
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Describe the Presiders Chair
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- Priest sits here during mass
- He leads the mass
4
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Describe the Tabernacle
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-Where the body of Christ is kept
5
Q
Describe the Sanctuary Lamp
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- Shows and honours the presence of Christ in our world
- Usually red
6
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Describe the Statue of Our Lady
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- Found in different areas of the church
- Can be of Our Lady, Christ or other people
7
Q
Describe the Candles
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- Found in front of statues
- Symbol of people’s prayers
8
Q
Describe the Stations of the Cross
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- 14 different images
- Scenes from the Crucifixion of Jesus
9
Q
Describe the Stained Glass Windows
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-Colourful images that show scenes from biblical passages
10
Q
Describe the Confessional Box
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-Place where people can receive sacrament of reconciliation
11
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Describe the Crib
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- During Christmas
- Built to look like a barn
- Depicts story of Jesus’s birth
