Third Sunday of Lent Reflection
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Third Sunday of Lent Reflection

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What is the purpose of the sign of the cross at the beginning of Baptism?

  • To welcome the candidate into the community
  • To mark the end of the catechumenate
  • To signify the grace of the Redemption (correct)
  • To remove original sin
  • How was the sacrament of Baptism celebrated in the first centuries?

  • By only performing the sacrament of Baptism
  • Without any preparatory rites
  • In a private ceremony at home
  • After a long period of catechumenate culminating in Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist (correct)
  • What is the difference between East and West in the initiation of infants?

  • The West performs infant Baptism without any follow-up sacraments
  • There is no difference between East and West in infant Baptism initiation
  • In the East, infant Baptism is followed by Eucharist and Confirmation
  • In the West, infant Baptism is followed immediately by Confirmation and Eucharist (correct)
  • What happens to the catechumenate in infant Baptism?

    <p>It is very abridged, requiring a post-baptismal catechumenate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the Christian initiation of adults completed in today's Church?

    <p>By a single celebration of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist after a period of catechumenate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is there a reading during Baptism?

    <p>To provide spiritual instruction and reflection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the reflection, what is the purpose of stopping?

    <p>To witness God's consolation and learn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the commandment represent in terms of relationship?

    <p>Relationship with God and neighbors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the commandment shape individuals and the community?

    <p>By providing a moral standard of living as Christians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Jesus' sacrifice?

    <p>Both B and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does living a true sacrifice entail?

    <p>Self-emptying and self-giving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Temple according to the reflection?

    <p>It is one of the three important aspects in the life of the Jews, along with the land and the king</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metaphor is used to illustrate the necessity of death for new life?

    <p>A grain of wheat that must die to produce life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does following Jesus require, according to the text?

    <p>A willingness to let go of personal desires and ambitions in favor of serving God and others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is offered salvation through Jesus' death and resurrection?

    <p>All who believe in Him, transcending cultural and religious boundaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theme is highlighted by the varied responses from the crowd to Jesus' mission?

    <p>The challenges believers face in understanding and accepting the mysteries of faith</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Mary of Magdala discover when she came to the tomb?

    <p>The stone had been moved away from the tomb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did Mary of Magdala go to after discovering the moved stone?

    <p>Simon Peter and the disciple whom Jesus loved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mission did Christ give to His apostles after the Resurrection?

    <p>To make disciples of all nations, baptizing and teaching them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Christ submit Himself to the baptism of St John?

    <p>To fulfill all righteousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Passion symbolize, according to the text?

    <p>The Eucharist and Baptism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Since when has the Church administered holy Baptism?

    <p>From the very day of Pentecost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three effects of Baptism, according to the text?

    <p>Purifies, justifies, and sanctifies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following events is NOT mentioned in the text as a biblical event symbolizing Baptism?

    <p>The baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the indelible spiritual mark conferred by Baptism?

    <p>To participate in the Divine worship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Baptism irreversibly incorporate someone into Christ?

    <p>By sealing the baptized with an indelible spiritual mark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the spiritual mark of Baptism also called 'seal of the Lord'?

    <p>To refer to the day of redemption when the Lord comes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can the spiritual mark of Baptism ever be erased?

    <p>No, it cannot be erased forever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Baptism constitute with non-Catholics?

    <p>An imperfect communion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is part of the function of the indelible spiritual mark conferred by Baptism?

    <p>Exercise one's baptismal priesthood in life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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