Red Book Q&A Flashcards
Who is the Holy Spirit?
God, the third person of the Blessed Trinity
How did the Holy Spirit show itself in Jesus’s life?
- At his birth
- his baptism as a dove
- fasting in desert for 40 days
What is the kingdom of God?
The power of God’s love in our lives and the world
How was the Blessed Trinity revealed?
Jesus Baptism
God-voice
Son-Jesus
Spirit-dove
Transfiguration
God-voice
Son-Jesus
Spirit-shiny cloud
What happened on Pentecost?
- The holy spirit empowered apostles to proclaim the good news in Jerusalem.
- 3000 people were baptized
What did the Ascension signify?
That Jesus is with the Father in heaven, and is with us forever in the Holy Spirit
What is the essential rite of confirmation?
- Anointing forehead with Sacred Chrism
- minister’s hand in forehead
- “Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit”
How are baptism and confirmation connected?
- Baptism gives Holy Spirit
- Confirmation seals Holy Spirit
What is the church?
The assembly of God’s people.
What are the sacraments of initiation?
- Baptism
- Communion
- Conformation
What are the effects of the receiving the sacraments of initiation?
- fully initiated to church
- receive mission of the church
What is the mission of the church?
To evangelize the world.
Why is the bishop the usual celebrant a confirmation?
He unites those more closely to the church then the other ministers.
What does performing works of service signify?
Commitment to giving witness to Christ in daily life
Why is it important to receive penance before confirmation?
Candidates must be in a state of Grace
Free from serious sin
What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit?
Wisdom Understanding Counsel Fortitude Knowledge Piety Fear of the Lord
Why do we renew our baptismal promises at confirmation?
To reaffirm faith that was professed at baptism
What is the importance of ‘Laying on of Hands’ by the priest
It gives understanding to the meaning of the origin of confirmation
How does the bishop confer Confirmation on each candidate?
He performs The Rite of Confirmation
What are the fruits of the Holy Spirit?
Charity Joy Peace Patience Kindness Goodness Generosity, chastity Gentleness, self-control Faithfulness, modesty
What is sanctifying grace?
Grace we receive in the sacraments.
What are actual graces?
Promptings from the Holy Spirit that help us do good
What is a sacrament?
And effective sign given to us by Christ through which we share in God’s life
What is scripture?
The written record of God’s revelation, and his relationship with his people.
