Catholic Vocabulary #2

A visible sign of an actual, inward grace instituted by Christ (there are seven)

This building's name derived from its status as seat of a bishop

Fish-shaped signal used by early Christians to secretly signify their faith

Venerated objects typically related to the lives of saints, or objects which have touched those

A relatively slight sin which does not block sanctifying grace (contrast with mortal sin)

Unique spiritual gifts given to all people by the Holy Spirit to be a channel for God's goodness on Earth

Archaic name for the day before Ash Wednesday in English

Artwork consisting of three panels hinged together, often depicting religious scenes

The receptacle in which the Eucharist is displayed during Adoration

Outermost garment of priestly vestments, changes color depending on liturgical calendar

Three days from evening of Holy Thursday to evening of Easter Sunday, considered the height of the liturgical year

Proper and objective interpretation of the Bible under senses such as literal or anagogical

Tendency of the fallen human soul to sin which remains after baptism

Refers to the offering or sacrifice of blood and wine on the altar, used many times in the Traditional Latin Mass

Reasoned defenses of the Catholic faith, such as those in Saint Augustine's "City of God"

Series of prayers of the course of nine days, generally focused on a particular saint

Papal umbrella given to all Basilicas, and opened when the pope visits

State of religious seclusion undertaken by some in the consecrated life, such as nuns or some monks

Catholic order founded by Saint Ignatius of Loyola, committed to teaching and missionary work