Unit 1, Ch 6 Flashcards
As members of the Church, we, too, have days and times of the year that are ________
special
We remember these times in a very ___________ important way when we celebrate the liturgy, the official public prayer of the Church
important
The celebration of the ________, also called the Mass, is liturgy
Eucharist
The liturgy also inludes the celebration of the other sacraments and the _______ __ _________
Liturgy of Hours
The Liturgy of the Hours is a special prayer of the Church that is prayed several times during the ___
day
The liturgy is so _________ to the life of the Church that our Chuch year is called the __________ ____
important, liturgical year
The liturgical year begins in late November on early ___________ with the season of _____
December, Advent
Advent:
The season of Advent prepares us for the celebration of Jesus’ first coming
Christmas:
The Christmas season begins on Christmas day with the celebration of the birth of the Son of God
Lent:
The season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Lent is a special time to remember that Jesus suffered, died, and rose to new life for us
Triduum:
The Easter Triduum is the Church’s greatest and most celebration. The word “triduum” means “3 days”.During these three days, From Holy Thursday evening until Easter Sunday evening, we remember Jesus’ death and celebrate his Resurrection.
Easter:
The season of Easter begins on Easter Sunday evening and continues until Pentecost Sunday
Ordinary Time:
The season of Ordinary Time is celebrated with 2 parts: the 1st part is between Christmas and Lent, and the second part between Easter and Advent. During this season we celebrate the whole life of Christ
