Christianity

• What are the two significant events celebrated in Christianity?

  Jesus' birth and resurrection
• What is the purpose of Christian festivals?

  To commemorate significant events worthy of celebration
• What is the festival that celebrates Jesus' birth?

  Christmas
• What is the festival that celebrates Jesus' resurrection?

  Easter
• How is the Church year structured?

  It is structured around important festivals
• What does a festival allow Christians to do?

  Remember the ministry of salvation
• What are the main festivals in the Church year?

  • Advent
  • Christmas
  • Epiphany
  • Ordinary time
  • Lent
  • Easter
  • Pentecost
  • Ordinary time
• How does a festival differ from a sacrament?

  A festival is not a way to receive grace
• Who announced to Mary that she would give birth to Jesus?

  The angel Gabriel
• What does Christmas celebrate?

  The story of Jesus' birth
• What is the significance of the Nativity story?

  It shows Jesus was the Son of God
• What does the visit of the shepherds signify?

  Jesus came to serve all people
• What does the Epiphany commemorate?

  The visit of the wise men
• What do the gifts from the wise men represent?

  They signify Jesus as God
• What is the significance of Christmas carols?

  They celebrate and praise God for the incarnation
• Why is Christmas important for Christians?

  It shows Jesus was prophesied and a miracle
• What does Lent commemorate?

  Jesus fasting in the desert
• What does Ash Wednesday mark?

  The beginning of Lent and repentance
• What is Shrove Tuesday?

  The day before Lent for using up rich foods
• What is the purpose of Lenten promises?

  To focus on the relationship with God
• What is the significance of Easter?

  It celebrates the resurrection of Jesus
• What does Holy Week lead up to?

  The celebration of Easter
• What happened on Good Friday?

  Jesus was crucified
• Why is Good Friday considered a significant day?

  It marks Jesus' sacrifice for humanity
• What did Mary find at the tomb after Jesus' resurrection?

  The tomb was empty
• Who informed Mary that Jesus had risen?

  An angel
• What is the significance of the resurrection for Christians?

  It shows Jesus defeated sin and death
• What are the key events remembered during Holy Week?

  • Palm Sunday: Jesus' triumphal entry
  • Maundy Thursday: Last Supper
  • Good Friday: Crucifixion
  • Easter Sunday: Resurrection
• What is a pilgrimage?

  A journey made for a religious reason
• What are general reasons for Christian pilgrimage?

  Reflection, prayer, and deepening relationship with God
• Where is Lourdes located?

  In the South of France
• What happened to Lady Bernadette in Lourdes?

  She had visions of the Virgin Mary
• What do Christians do at Lourdes?

  Reflect, pray, and seek healing miracles
• What is the significance of the grotto in Lourdes?

  It is where Mary appeared to Bernadette
• What is the purpose of collecting water from the spring in Lourdes?

  To seek healing and reflect on sins
• What is Iona known for in Christian pilgrimage?

  It is a place of spiritual significance
• How does pilgrimage deepen a Christian's relationship with God?

  By providing time for reflection and prayer
• What is a common practice among Christians regarding important places?

  They go on pilgrimage to worship God.
• What are the general reasons why Christians go on pilgrimage?

  • Reflect upon God
  • See places of divine intervention
  • Special opportunities for prayer
  • Deepen their relationship with God
• Who had visions of the Virgin Mary at Lourdes?

  Lady Bernadette