The Disciples' Mission and Miracles

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Who is the current Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of Saint Mark?

Pope Benedict XVI

Pope Tawadros II (correct)

Pope John Paul II

Pope Francis

What is the website for the St. Mark Festival mentioned in the text?

www.saintmarkfest.com

www.smfsus.org (correct)

www.markfestival.org

www.stmarkfestival.com

What major challenge did the whole world have to deal with in the last two years, as mentioned in the text?

Coronavirus Pandemic (correct)

Economic crisis

Climate change

Political unrest

What does true peace mean?

Maintaining inner stability and calmness in the midst of life's storms Signup and view all the answers

What did St. Paul describe as the peace of God?

A peace that is beyond human understanding Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus command his followers to do?

To be peacemakers in the world Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the fruits of the Spirit?

Love Signup and view all the answers

Which two names did St. Mark have?

John and Mark Signup and view all the answers

How many languages did St. Mark learn?

3 Signup and view all the answers

Where did St. Mark's family live?

Palestine Signup and view all the answers

When did St. Mark write his Gospel?

Between 65 and 70 AD Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of peace in society?

Peace is necessary for societal advancement and stability. Signup and view all the answers

How can we make peace with our brethren?

By paying attention to the poor and those in need. Signup and view all the answers

What should we recognize in order to live in peace?

That God is in control of everything. Signup and view all the answers

What should we believe in order to live in peace?

That God is more powerful than any challenge. Signup and view all the answers

How is reconciliation achieved between the Father and mankind?

Through the sacrament of repentance and confession Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of internal peace according to the text?

Keeping oneself away from the sources of worry and fear initiated by sin Signup and view all the answers

How should one live in peace with others?

By caring about others and living in peace with them Signup and view all the answers

What is the Church referred to as in the text?

The Body of Christ Signup and view all the answers

What is the Holy Bible?

A book inspired by God Signup and view all the answers

Do the Old Testament stories include myths?

No, all the stories are real events Signup and view all the answers

What is the Church's interpretation of Eden?

Eden is a real paradise Signup and view all the answers

What does the Holy Bible provide for everyone?

Guidance for daily life Signup and view all the answers

Why did the scribes accuse the Lord's disciples of not fasting?

Because the disciples were not observing the Sabbath Signup and view all the answers

What did the Lord Jesus Christ explain about the Sabbath when the Pharisees accused the disciples of breaking it?

The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath Signup and view all the answers

What did the Lord Jesus Christ say about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit?

It is the greatest sin that cannot be forgiven Signup and view all the answers

What does the Parable of the Sower teach about the different spiritual states of people?

The wayside represents someone who rejects the word of God Signup and view all the answers

What did the Lord Jesus Christ do to the disciples when they were on the boat?

He walked on the sea Signup and view all the answers

What did the Lord Jesus Christ do to feed the multitudes who followed Him?

He blessed their food Signup and view all the answers

What did the Lord Jesus Christ tell the scribes about defilement?

Words that come out of man defile him Signup and view all the answers

Who did the Lord Jesus Christ reveal Himself as to His disciples?

The Son of Man Signup and view all the answers

Why does the Orthodox Church forbid divorce?

Because man and woman are created to become one flesh Signup and view all the answers

Why is it difficult for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God?

Because he loves money more than the Lord Signup and view all the answers

What did the Lord Jesus Christ say about a rich man entering the kingdom of God?

It is difficult for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God Signup and view all the answers

According to Saint Irenaeus, why was the place where Adam lived called paradise?

Because it had all the necessities of life such as air, light, food, plants, fruits, water, and beauty. Signup and view all the answers

Why do non-believers say that Adam and Eve are symbolic characters?

Because they assume that there is no first man and that creation started with a single cell that developed into complex organisms, then into apes and human beings. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of interpretations believed by the Coptic Orthodox Church?

Literal Historic Interpretation, Messianic (Christological) Interpretation, and Spiritual Interpretation. Signup and view all the answers

Why does challenging the reality and history of the creation story affect the Christian faith?

Because it challenges the Christian faith and the salvation of our Lord. Signup and view all the answers