Unit 2 - Review

What are the Three Comings of Christ?

• Jesus’ birth, Jesus’ presence in our lives today, Jesus’ second coming at the end of time.

• Jesus’ birth, the Epiphany, Jesus’ coming at the end of time.

• Jesus birth, His death, His Resurrection and Ascension into heaven.

When we donate food, money, or clothing to people who are in need, we are demonstrating:

• The Spiritual Works of Mercy

• Preparing for Jesus

• The Corporal Works of Mercy

• That we are waiting for the coming of Jesus

When we light the candles of the Advent wreath and pray, it helps us to think about:

• The Three Comings of Christ.

• How Jesus shines like a candle.

• The meaning of the shape of the wreath.

• All of the above.

The Lectio Divina is a prayer that we use to reflect upon:

• The Coming of Jesus

• The Holy Bible

• The Spiritual works of Mercy

• The Advent Wreath

Which of the symbols below help us to focus on the coming of Jesus during Advent?

• Christmas presents given to others, Charity, and the Advent Calendar.

• The Crucifix, the creche, and the candy cane.

• The Eucharist, Baptism and Confirmation.

• The Advent wreath, the Nativity Scene, the Advent Calendar.

How can praying the Lord’s Prayer during the season of Advent help us prepare our hearts for the comings of Christ?

• Prayer helps us deepen our relationship with God; the more we open our hearts to God’s love and will, the better able we are to love others and carry out His will.

• When we pray “give us this day our daily bread”, we are asking that He grant us the grace to live our lives like Jesus.

• When we pray “thy kingdom come, thy will be done” we are reminded to do acts of mercy to help build God’s kingdom.

• All of the above.

It is a virtue that helps us love God above all else. When we love God above all things, we learn to love all His creation, including other people. This virtue leads us to love others and moves us to do acts toward others with love. These acts help us deepen our faith and our relationship with God. The virtue being referred to in this description is:

• Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy

• Second Coming of Christ

• Charity

• The Annunciation

St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Calcutta both shared their deep love of God with others by performing Corporal works of mercy as they followed Jesus’ example of love. Which statement best reflects the connection that the actions of these saints have in my life?

• It is important to show respect the dignity of others.

• Following their example can lead me to become holy by putting my faith into action.

• I can pray for God’s intercession.

• My job is to spread the Good News of God’s heavenly kingdom.

Below is an excerpt from Luke 1:38. It is Mary’s response to the Angel Gabriel after he shares the news that she will be the Mother of Jesus. Then Mary said, “Here am I, the servant of the Lord: _________”. And the angel departed from her. Luke 1:38

• I do not believe you.

• I need a sign before I can believe you.

• Let it be with me according to your word.

• My job is to spread the Good News of God’s heavenly kingdom.

Through the Angel Gabriel, God asked Mary to be the Mother of our Saviour. According to the Jewish customs at that time, a woman who was found to be pregnant before marriage would be stoned to death. Mary was fully aware that saying “yes” to God could mean that she may be killed. She also knew that explaining her pregnancy would not be easy, especially to her family and Joseph. How did Mary respond?

• She asked for time to think about it.

• Mary trusted God and accepted God’s plan for her.