Easter Vigil And The Resurrection

Question 1

Why do Catholics renew their Baptismal promises at the Easter Vigil?

Answer 1

Because the church celebrates how Jesus brought us new life. It’s also powerful way of renewing a commitment to faith

Question 2

What does the Paschal candle remind us of?

Answer 2

Christ’s Resurrection from the dead for our salvation

Question 3

Identify the symbols on Paschal candle

Answer 3

Cross
Year
Five grains of incense
Alpha and Omega - first and last letters of the Greek alphabet; meaning beginning and end

Question 4

Another name for a Easter Candle?

Answer 4

Paschal Candle

Question 5

Describe what happened at the Resurrection

Answer 5

Jesus had risen from the tomb! Mary Magdalene and several other woman went to the tomb with the spices they had prepared. When they arrived they found the tomb to be empty and the stone had been rolled away

Question 6

Describe what happens at the Easter Vigil

Answer 6

Outside the church an Easter fire is kindled and the Paschal candle is blessed and then lit. Parishioners may have candles which they also light from the Easter fire and bring them inside the church. Soon the whole church is ablaze with light