Lent Flashcards
How long does lent go for?
6 weeks
What happens on Ash Wednesday
On this day priests bless ashes and they are used to make a sign of the cross on the forehead. This is a sign of penance
When does Lent end?
Holy Thursday
List three ways that help us to prepare for Easter during Lent
Prayer
Self-sacrifice
Alms giving
Why is it important to pray during Lent?
Prayer is especially important during Lent. The Lenten season is a time for reflection, evaluation and repentance
Name the special prayers that are prayer by Christians on Good Friday
Stations of the cross
What is fasting?
Abstain from all or some kinds of food or drink, especially as a religious observance
When do Catholics fast during Lent?
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday
What does abstinence mean?
Refraining from certain foods or drinks as an act of self-sacrifice
Explain what is meant by almsgiving
The practice of giving money, food, old or unwanted clothes and toys and furniture to the less fortunate, needy or poor people. Even giving it to a charity
What is Acts 4:33-37 about?
The apostles boldly preached about Jesus after Jesus’ Resurrection. There was not a needy person as wealth was shared amongst them. The apostles ministry began to grow due to people like Levite (Barnabas) who sold a field and contributed the money to the apostles
How can we help people who are struggling?
We can firstly pray for them. Asking God to help with their needs. We can also give, such as clothes that don’t fit anymore or not needed, we can also give money, furniture, old toys, food etc
When does Lent begin?
Ash Wednesday
