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CATHOLIC LIFE I 5 DENVER CATHOLIC REGISTER I MAY 22, 2013 Incidents after the Resurrection BY PETER WESTHOFF A quiz on Catholic things under the patronage of the "Doctor of Prayer," St. Teresa of Avila. For each question there is one right answer. Each quiz will have one question that is answered with "E" for NOTA, which stands for "None of the Above." This week's quiz covers Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) Nos. 638-645. The Holy Spirit came at Pentecost bringing seven gifts to those in the Upper Room. He brings them each time the chrism of confirmation is placed on a forehead and the words of the form of the sacrament are pronounced by an appropriate minister. 1. St. Paul writes to the Corinthians, "I delivered to you of first importance, what I also received … that (Christ) was raised on the third day." Which of the following does this passage show? A. St. Paul hand carried his letters to Corinth. B. St. Paul passed on letters he received from others. C. St. Paul relied on tradition. D. St. Paul was 56 years old when he wrote to the Corinthians. E. NOTA 2. What significance is the empty tomb? A. It is absolute proof of the Resurrection. B. It is of little importance. YEAR OF FAITH SCRIPTURE "And God, who knows the heart, bore witness by granting them the Holy Spirit just as he did us. He made no distinction between us and them, for by faith he purified their hearts." —Acts 18:8 Where there's a Will… C. Its discovery by the disciples was a first step toward recognizing that the Resurrection had happened. D. It only caused confusion. E. NOTA 3. What was in the empty tomb? A. Nothing, that's why it's called empty. B. The linen cloths of burial were lying inside. C. The crown of thorns was on the ground. D. A sword and a shield that a terrified guard left behind were inside. E. NOTA 4. Those who speak with Christ on the road to Emmaus show that the disciples were sad and still incredulous about the news of the resurrection. Who, according to Luke, was one of those going to Emmaus? A. Barnabas B. Silas C. Marcus D. Timothy E. NOTA 1. C, 2. C, 3. B, 4. E - Cleopas NUN OF THE ABOVE Next weeks' quiz covers catechism Nos. 646-653. Aquila me. Their children have become my sons and daughters, my nieces and nephews, my grandchildren. They From Page 2 have become my brothers and sisters, and have helped me to live my vocahave said yes to the call of priesthood. But the harvest is ever abundant. I pray tion fruitfully. Thank you for inviting the priests of our diocese into your that young men across the archdiohomes. Thank you for allowing them cese will consider meeting with me to to experience the joy of your family. discuss the call to the priesthood. I pray that my brother priests, too, I pray, too, that families will support and deacons, will encourage men to vocations to the priesthood. If you are consider whether God is calling them. a mother or father encouraging your son to become a priest, thank you! This This weekend I ordained a man who weekend, I heard a mother tell her son: told me, simply, "I became a priest because my pastor invited me." What "Today our friend became a priest. a legacy an invitation can become. Imagine how great that would be for Finally, dear brothers and sisters, I you." That word of simple encouragepray that all of us—priests, deacons, ment will grow in the heart of her son. religious or laity—will join together to His eyes will be open to the possibility love as God loves: to be signs of conof the priesthood, and then he will be able to discern if the Father calls him to tradiction in our world and to pour out our lives, as Christ has done for be a priest. I pray that families will invite priests us. Let us continue to heed the words of Jesus through prayer to the Father, into their homes and into their lives. "…ask the master of the harvest to The lay families I know well have been a source of great consolation for send out laborers for his harvest!" OFFICIAL APPOINTMENTS The following are granted presbyteral faculties of the Archdiocese of Denver on the day of their ordination to their priesthood (May 18, 2013) and appointed as follows: Father Scott Bailey, appointed parochial vicar, St. Frances Cabrini Parish, Littleton, Colo., effective June 18, 2013, for a three-year period. Creating a Will is an important way to record and remember what matters most to you … Personally – Secure an inheritance for your loved ones. Financially – Ease the distribution of your assets and minimize taxes. Spiritually – Let your Will strengthen your parish and our Catholic community. The Catholic Foundation of Northern Colorado is here to help you understand the advantages of creating a Will. After all, you can't take it with you. But you can give it a way to serve the greater good. Discover how your Will can include a bequest, trust, annuity, life insurance policy or real estate property—and how you can honor our Catholic values in the name of your family. Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth … but treasures in heaven. MATTHEW 6:19–21 What better way to leave your legacy than in the love of Jesus Christ? By creating a Will, you can … Give it a way. Father Ronald Cattany, appointed parochial vicar, Light of the World Parish, Littleton, Colo., effective June 18, 2013, for a three-year period. Father Arturo Chagala, appointed parochial vicar, St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Denver, Colo., effective June 18, 2013, for a three-year period. Father José Aníbal Chicas-Guevara, appointed parochial vicar, St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Edwards, and its quasi-parish, St. Mary, Eagle, Colo., effective June 18, 2013, for a threeyear period. Father William Clemence, appointed parochial vicar, Our Lady of Loreto Parish, Foxfield, Colo., effective June 18, 2013, for a three-year period. Father John Ignatius, appointed Catholic chaplain, University of Denver, Denver, Colo., effective June 18, 2013, for a three-year period. Father Paul Kostka, appointed chaplain, Bishop Machebeuf Catholic High School, Denver, Colo., effective June 18, 2013, for a three-year period. 303.468.9885 | 1.866.437.1842 | www.TheCatholicFoundation.com Inspired Planning & Giving Our planning services are offered as a courtesy to our donors.

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