QUARTER 1

• What does the term "vocatio" mean in etymology?

  A calling
• How is "vocare" defined?

  To call or be called
• What is one definition of vocation in the dictionary?

  An occupation
• In a church context, what does vocation refer to?

  A call from God
• Who is Simon Peter in the context of the apostles?

  • Chosen leader
  • The Rock of the Church
  • Known for walking on water
  • Witnessed Christ’s transfiguration
  • Became an evangelist after resurrection
• What is Andrew known for among the apostles?

  • Sibling of Peter
  • Instructed to drop his net
  • Became remarkable
• What distinguishes James the Greater among the apostles?

  • Son of Zebedee, brother of John
  • One of the “Sons of Thunder”
  • Called the Greater for differentiation
• What is John the Beloved known for?

  • Son of Zebedee, brother of James
  • The disciple whom the Lord loved
  • Only disciple to die of natural causes
• What is Philip's role among the apostles?

  • One of the early followers
  • Invited others to follow Jesus
  • Sought the promised Messiah
• What is Bartholomew also known as?

  • Nathaniel
  • Initially hesitant to follow
  • Declared Jesus as the Son of God
• What was Matthew's profession before following Jesus?

  • Tax collector
  • One of the Gospel writers
  • Left everything for Jesus
• What is Thomas famously known as?

  • Doubting Thomas
  • Refused to believe in Jesus' resurrection
  • Declared Jesus as "my Lord and my God"
• Who is James the Less?

  • One of the least known apostles
  • Son of Alphaeus
• What is Simon known for among the apostles?

  • One of the least known apostles
  • Mentioned only three times in the Gospels
  • Known as “Zealot”
• What is Thaddeus also known as?

  • Jude
  • One of the least known apostles
  • A tender-hearted gentleman
• What did Judas Iscariot do?

  • Sold Jesus for 30 pieces of silver
  • Purse-keeper of the apostles
• What is the Petrine Commission?

  Christ's appointment of Peter to lead the Church
• What does the Latin word "Petros" mean?

  Rock/stone
• What does the title "Pope" signify?

  Visible head of the Catholic Church
• What does the term "Servants of the servants of God" imply?

  Pope's authority as a ministry of service
• What is the significance of the Pope's infallibility?

  He teaches without error on faith and morals
• What are the roles of the Pope?

  • Visible head of the Holy See
  • Makes decisions on faith and morality
  • Supreme Pastor and unifier of the Church
• How is a pope elected?

  By the College of Cardinals in Conclave
• What does white smoke signify during a papal election?

  A new pope was elected
• What does black smoke signify during a papal election?

  No pope was elected
• What is the Room of Tears?

  • Near the Sistine Chapel
  • Where the new pope wears papal garments
  • Reflects the responsibility of being pope
• What is the relationship between Jesus and the Pope?

  • Invisible: Jesus
  • Visible: Peter/Pope
• What does Matthew 28:19-20 signify for early Christians?

  Jesus' promise to be with them always
• What happened during Pentecost according to Acts 1:8?

  The Holy Spirit empowered the apostles
• What does "Ruah" mean in Hebrew?

  Breath, air, wind
• What are the titles of the Holy Spirit?

  • Paraclete
  • Spirit of truth
  • Spirit of promise
  • Spirit of adoption
  • Spirit of Christ
  • Spirit of the Lord
  • Spirit of God
  • Spirit of glory
• What are the symbols of the Holy Spirit?

  1. Water
  2. Anointing
  3. Fire
  4. Cloud and light
  5. Seal
  6. The hands
  7. The finger
  8. The dove
• What does water symbolize in relation to the Holy Spirit?

  • Action in Baptism
  • Sign of new birth
  • Fruitfulness of life
• What does fire symbolize in relation to the Holy Spirit?

  • Transforming energy of the Holy Spirit
  • Passion to teach good news
  • Tongues of Fire
• What do cloud and light symbolize in relation to the Holy Spirit?

  • Manifestation of the Holy Spirit
  • Theophanies in the Old Testament
  • Events like the Annunciation and Transfiguration
• What does the dove symbolize in relation to the Holy Spirit?

  • Safety
  • Peace (Noah’s Ark)
  • Baptism (Jesus’ Baptism)
• What is the Catholic Charismatic Movement?

  • Group of enthusiastic worshippers
  • Approved by the Catholic Church
  • Faithful to Catholic teachings
• What are charisms of the Holy Spirit?

  Special gifts for the good of others
• What are the three roles of the Holy Spirit in the Church?

  1. Animates
  2. Vivifies
  3. Sanctifies
• What does "animates" refer to in the context of the Holy Spirit?

  • Empowers members towards Christ