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Trivia - December 31

Posted by paul fritz on 12/30/17

Question: Of the four gospels how many (and which one(s)) recount the story and intrigue of the magi who arrive from the east following Bethlehem's star?Answer:  Only one. Matthew

Trivia - December 24

Posted by paul fritz on 12/22/17

Question: In the biblical accounts (Matthew's gospels and Luke's Gospels) of Jesus' birth how many visits from Angels are there?BONUS Question: How many times do Angels say "Do Not Be Afraid"?Answer: I counted seven plus a multitude. How many did you find?    An angel appeared to Joseph "... have ... Read More »

Trivia - December 17

Posted by paul fritz on 12/16/17

Question: This Italian prioress and founder was bedridden one Christmas and could not attend the Christmas Mass.  Miraculously, on the wall of her sickroom, she received a vision of the entire ceremony as if it were a television or movie screen.  Because of this, she is the patroness of ... Read More »

Trivia - December 10

Posted by paul fritz on 12/09/17

Question: Which of the following is the highest order of Angels?A.  ArchangelsB.  SeraphimsC.  DominionsD.  CherubimsAnswer: B. SeraphimsRead morehttp://www.catholic.org/saints/angels/angelchoir.php

Trivia - December 3

Posted by paul fritz on 12/02/17

Question: The Old Testament states that the Savior would come from the House of the King of David. Which of Jesus' parents was a descendant of David?Answer: Joseph (see Matthew 1:1-17)