Religious Terms and Concepts

Gospel

• The Good News about Jesus’ life and teachings as recorded in the Bible

• A type of music popular in the 20th century

• A book of laws in the Old Testament

• A historical account of the Roman Empire

chasuble

• A type of musical instrument

• A sleeveless outer garment worn by a priest at Mass

• A traditional dance form

• A type of architectural style

Alleluia

• A prayer of joy, spoken or sung, before the Gospel is read at Mass, and in other parts of the Mass

• A type of hymn sung during the offertory

• A ritual performed during the Eucharist

• A greeting exchanged between the priest and congregation

commemorate

• To celebrate a holiday

• To honor the memory of someone

• To forget an event

• To create a new tradition

alb

• A full-length white vestment worn by a priest at Mass

• A type of bread used in communion

• A ceremonial sword used by priests

• A musical instrument played during Mass

acclamation

• A prayer of joy, spoken or sung, before the Gospel is read at Mass, and in other parts of the Mass

• A type of hymn sung during the Eucharist

• A formal declaration made by the priest

• A silent prayer of reflection before communion

rite

• A solemn ceremony

• A casual gathering

• A festive celebration

• A private meeting

Prayer of the Faithful

• Prayers said at Mass for the needs of the Church, for the leaders of the Church and of nations, for local communities, and for the needs of all people

• A personal prayer recited by the priest during Mass

• A prayer for the deceased members of the Church

• A prayer that focuses solely on individual needs and desires

covenant

• A casual agreement between friends.

• A solemn agreement between God and human beings. It is an act of merciful love. It includes a promise of continued love, which is expressed in words and actions.

• A legal contract for business transactions.

• A temporary arrangement for mutual benefit.

Psalms

• Prayers and hymns from the Old Testament that praise God, thank him, or ask for forgiveness and help

• A collection of historical narratives from the New Testament

• A series of prophetic writings predicting the coming of the Messiah

• A book of laws and commandments given to the Israelites