Christmas

Question 1

What does ‘Advent’ mean?

Answer 1

‘Advent’ means coming, to come.

Question 2

What message was given to the shepherds about Christmas?

Answer 2

The shepherds were told to not be afraid, but to rejoice in the coming of the Lord.

Question 3

What does ‘Bethlehem’ mean?

Answer 3

‘Bethlehem’ means House of Bread.

Question 4

When did Jesus become King?

Answer 4

Jesus has been King since birth.

Question 5

What titles does baptism confer with Christ?

Answer 5

Baptism confers the titles of priest, prophet, and King with Christ.

Question 6

When does the Christmas season begin and end?

Answer 6

The Christmas season begins with the Vigil Mass on Dec. 24 and continues until the feast of Jesus’ Baptism on Jan. 16.

Question 7

What is included in the miracle of Christmas?

Answer 7

The miracle of Christmas includes the miracle of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Question 8

What marks the beginning of Mary’s life?

Answer 8

The beginning of Mary’s life is the Immaculate Conception.

Question 9

What inspired the Gloria?

Answer 9

The Gloria is inspired by the angels’ songs at the Nativity.

Question 10

What were the gifts of the 3 kings?

Answer 10

-gold for a king
-frankincense for a priest
-myrrh for the paschal lamb