St. Sebastian died a martyr at Rome in the beginning of the Diocletian persecution. From antiquity the faithful have venerated his tomb on the Appian Way. St. Sebastian pray for us!
FEAST DAY- January 20
PATRON OF- Swiss Guards, Athletes, Archers
Responsorial Psalm
To the upright I will show the saving power of God.
What are two levels of gravity of sin?
In 1075 AD he tried to claim the throne of England but was unsuccessful. He later became King of Denmark as Canute IV, succeeding his brother, Harold in 1081. He built many churches, aided the missionaries and clergy. He again tried to regain the throne of England in 1085. Heavy taxes and disputes with the nobles started a rebellion led by his brother Olaf. He had to flee. He was found, however, and was slain while kneeling at the altar after going to confession. His brother Benedict and 17 of his followers were slain in the Church also. Many miracles were reported to have occurred at his tomb.
FEAST DAY- January 19
Responsorial Psalm
False
What is the foundation of prayer?
(a) prudence (b) pride (c) humility
St. Prisca is buried in the catacomb of Priscilla in Rome. She was known to have had a very early cult in Rome. It is said that she suffered martyrdom. She died in circa 270AD.
FEAST DAY- January 18
(c) sacrilege
The death penalty is immoral according to the fifth commandment. True or False?
At age 22, Anthony disposed of his wealth and went to live as a hermit in Upper Egypt. Many disciples lived near him and he was their spiritual guide. He founded two monasteries for them. One was the first monastery in the Christian world. St. Athanasius took him to Alexandria to preach against heresy. The first monastery he built is the oldest Christian one in the world and is still open.
FEAST DAY- January 17
PATRON OF- Lost articles, the poor
Parents
What is it called when someone profanes or shows serious disrespect to holy persons, places, or things consecrated to God?
(a) blasphemy (b) superstition (c) sacrilege
In 308AD, Marcellus, a priest in Rome, was elected Pope. Prior to this, Emperor Diocletian persecuted Christians and a new pope couldn’t be elected. Marcellus reorganized the Church in Rome, insisting that before being readmitted to the Sacraments, they do penance. This caused civil disorder and Marcellus was exiled. He died shortly after being exiled, having being Pope for about 18 months.
FEAST DAY- January 16
Redeem us, Lord, because of your mercy.
True
According to the order of the commandments, God willed that after him, who should be honored?
St. Paul was born around 230 AD to a wealthy Egyptian Christian family. When Paul was 22, Emperor Decius started persecuting Christians. Paul hid for awhile in the home of a friend and then made his home in a cave. Paul remained as a hermit after the persecutions ceased as he found the life of solitude suited him. He lived this life for 90 years. Some say he was the first Christian hermit. He survived on bread, fruit, vegetables and water brought to him by a raven daily. St. Anthony of the Desert found him shortly before his death in 342 AD.
FEAST DAY- January 15
PATRON OF- Weavers
Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will.
False
In order to accept God’s mercy, we must acknowledge our sin. True or False?
During the time of persecution, he helped his elderly bishop, Maximus escape. Felix was then arrested, beaten severely and imprisoned. An angel released him from prison. Felix went to where Maximus was hiding and cared for him. After Maximus’ death he lived quietly as a priest and farmer. After his death, a great devotion was made to him and a shrine was built in his honor. St. Paulinus of Nola became the caretaker of it and told of many miracles attributed to the intercession of St. Felix.
FEAST DAY- January 14
PATRON OF – Missing livestock
True
One can do something evil as long as a good outcome is intended. True or False?
St. Hilary was born in France of a noble family as a pagan. By his reading, inquiries and bible study he became a Christian. He endeavored to convert others to Christianity. He was married prior to his conversion. He was appointed Bishop of Poitiers around 353 AD. At that time married men were sometimes appointed to the episcopacy. St. Jerome testifies that they lived in continence ever after. Hilary defended the Divinity of Christ and at the Council of Seleucia he defended the decrees of Nicea. He then retired to Constantinople. He died at Poitiers in 398AD.
FEAST DAY- January 13
PATRON OF- Snake bites
A person must never be forced to act against his/her conscience. True or False?
The Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord brings the season of Christmas to a close. St. John baptized Jesus in the waters of the Jordan. He went into the river so that its waters would be sanctified. Jesus’ Baptism is His definitive manifestation as the Messiah.
FEAST DAY- January 12
(d) Any of the above
Good habits are called _______________
Born near Friuli, Italy to a family of farmers, St. Paulinus was a farmer in his youth. He became a priest and was noted for his scholarship. He was named Patriarch of Aquilela against his will. Charlemagne, who he represented at all Church councils, favored him. He denounced Adoptionism and wrote on this heresy to Charlemagne. He spent time preaching widely and sent missionaries to Avars when they were conquered by Pepin. He opposed forced conversion to Christianity. He wrote a treatise on the way to Christian perfection which he sent to the duke of Friuli. He died January 11.
FEAST DAY: January 11
The Lord takes delight in his people.
The Beatitudes
Who acts as the official of a sacramental marriage in the Church?
(a) priest (b) bishop (c) deacon (d) any of the above
