The Early Church

Who was the first Pope of the Catholic Church?

• Saint Matthew

• Saint Peter

• Saint Paul

• Saint John

What event marks the birth of the Church?

• Day of Pentecost

• Good Friday

• Easter Sunday

• Christmas

Who was the author of the Acts of the Apostles?

• Matthew

• Mark

• Luke

• John

What is the significance of Pentecost in the early Church?

• The significance of Pentecost in the early Church is the establishment of the sacrament of baptism.

• The significance of Pentecost in the early Church is the descent of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Christian Church.

• The significance of Pentecost in the early Church is the celebration of the harvest season.

• The significance of Pentecost in the early Church is the appointment of the first bishops.

Who was the first martyr of the Church?

• Paul

• Stephen

• Peter

• John

What is the meaning of the term 'apostle'?

• A person sent by a religious leader to spread the teachings of a particular faith or belief system.

• A person who studies religious texts.

• A person who leads religious ceremonies.

• A person who renounces their religious beliefs.

What was the role of deacons in the early Church?

• Deacons in the early Church were responsible for leading worship services.

• Deacons in the early Church were responsible for preaching and teaching.

• Deacons in the early Church were responsible for overseeing the sacraments.

• Deacons in the early Church were responsible for assisting the apostles in various tasks and played a role in the administration of the Church and liturgy.

Who was the first Gentile to be baptized?

• Cornelius

• John

• Paul

• Peter

What is the importance of the Council of Jerusalem in the early Church?

• It resolved the dispute over the inclusion of Gentile believers in the Christian community.

• It determined the canon of the New Testament.

• It established the authority of the Pope in the Church.

• It resolved the dispute over the use of icons in worship.

Who was the main persecutor of Christians before his conversion?

• Saul of Tarsus

• John

• Peter

• James