CATHOLIC SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF GREATBRITAIN

COMMISSION FOR CATECHESIS Bishop’s House, Preston

Lancashire, UK PR1 1TT

Additional Topics (Prayers) for CSMEGB Centralised Catechesis

Examination 2019-2020

YEAR 1

Sign of the Cross

(Short sign) In the name of the Father and of the Son + and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

(Expanded sign) By the sign + of the Holy Cross, deliver us from our enemies + O God. In the name

of the Father + and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on

earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass

against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

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YEAR 2

Sign of the Cross

(Short sign) In the name of the Father and of the Son + and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

(Expanded sign) By the sign + of the Holy Cross, deliver us from our enemies + O God. In the name

of the Father + and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on

earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass

against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Prayer Before Meals Bless us O Lord, and these thy gifts, which we are about to receive, from thy bounty, through Christ, Our Lord. Amen.

Guardian Angel PrayerAngel of God, my guardian dear, to whom God's love commits me here, ever this day (or night), be at my side, to light and guard, rule and guide.

Theological (Divine) Virtues

1. Faith 2. Hope 3. Charity (Love)

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YEAR 3

Sign of the Cross

(Short sign) In the name of the Father and of the Son + and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

(Expanded sign) By the sign + of the Holy Cross, deliver us from our enemies + O God. In the name

of the Father + and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on

earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass

against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

The Angelus (Throughout the year, outside Easter time)V: The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,R: And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. [Hail Mary] V: Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R: Be it done unto me according to your word. [Hail Mary] V: And the Word was made flesh, R: And dwelt among us. [Hail Mary] V: Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God. R: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us PrayPour forth, we beseech you, O Lord, Your grace into our hearts, that we to whom the incarnation of Christ Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross, be brought to the glory of His resurrection; through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. [Glory be …. (3)]

The Regina Caeli (The Queen of Heaven)(From Easter Sunday to Trinity Sunday)

Queen of heaven, rejoice. Alleluia! For he whom you did merit to bear, Alleluia! Has risen as he said, Alleluia! Pray for us to God, Alleluia! Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia! For the Lord is truly risen. Alleluia!

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Let us pray

O God, who gave joy to the whole world through the resurrection of Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant that we may obtain through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Ten Commandments1. I am the Lord your God. You shall not have strange gods before me.2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.3. Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day.4. Honour your father and your mother.5. You shall not kill.6. You shall not commit adultery.7. You shall not steal.8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.9. You shall not covet your neighbour's wife.10. You shall not covet your neighbour's goods.

Prayer Before Meals Bless us O Lord, and these thy gifts, which we are about to receive, from thy bounty, through Christ, Our Lord. Amen.

Guardian Angel PrayerAngel of God, my guardian dear, to whom God's love commits me here, ever this day (or night), be at my side, to light and guard, rule and guide.

The seven gifts of the Holy SpiritWisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord (wonder).

Seven Sacraments1. Baptism 2. Confirmation 3. Holy Eucharist 4. Reconciliation 5. Anointing of

the sick. 6. Holy Orders 7. Marriage

Theological (Divine) Virtues

1. Faith 2. Hope 3. Charity (Love)

Cardinal Virtues

1. Prudence 2. Justice 3. Fortitude 4. Temperance

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YEAR 4

Sign of the Cross

(Short sign) In the name of the Father and of the Son + and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

(Expanded sign) By the sign + of the Holy Cross, deliver us from our enemies + O God. In the name

of the Father + and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on

earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass

against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

The Angelus (Throughout the year, outside Easter time)V: The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,R: And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. [Hail Mary] V: Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R: Be it done unto me according to your word. [Hail Mary] V: And the Word was made flesh, R: And dwelt among us. [Hail Mary] V: Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God. R: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us PrayPour forth, we beseech you, O Lord, Your grace into our hearts, that we to whom the incarnation of Christ Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross, be brought to the glory of His resurrection; through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. [Glory be …. (3)]

The Regina Caeli (The Queen of Heaven)(From Easter Sunday to Trinity Sunday)

Queen of heaven, rejoice. Alleluia! For he whom you did merit to bear, Alleluia! Has risen as he said, Alleluia! Pray for us to God, Alleluia! Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia! For the Lord is truly risen. Alleluia!

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Let us pray

O God, who gave joy to the whole world through the resurrection of Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant that we may obtain through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Ten Commandments1. I am the Lord your God. You shall not have strange gods before me.2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.3. Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day.4. Honour your father and your mother.5. You shall not kill.6. You shall not commit adultery.7. You shall not steal.8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.9. You shall not covet your neighbour's wife.10. You shall not covet your neighbour's goods.

The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting, Amen.

Prayer Before Meals Bless us O Lord, and these thy gifts, which we are about to receive, from thy bounty, through Christ, Our Lord. Amen.

Guardian Angel PrayerAngel of God, my guardian dear, to whom God's love commits me here, ever this day (or night), be at my side, to light and guard, rule and guide.

The seven gifts of the Holy SpiritWisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord (wonder).

The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit

1. Love 2. Joy 3. Peace 4. Patience 5. Kindness 6. Goodness 7. Generosity 8. Faithfulness 9. Gentleness 10. Modesty 11. Self Control 12. Chastity

Seven Sacraments2. Baptism 2. Confirmation 3. Holy Eucharist 4. Reconciliation 5. Anointing of the sick. 6.

Holy Orders 7. Marriage

Theological (Divine) Virtues

2. Faith 2. Hope 3. Charity (Love)6

Cardinal Virtues

2. Prudence 2. Justice 3. Fortitude 4. Temperance

Religious Virtues1. Fasting 2. Prayer 3. Charity

Penitential PrayerI confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore, I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

Act of ContritionO my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You and I detest all my sins, because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they offend you, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to confess my sins, to Fatima Prayer O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy do penance and to amend my life.

Requisites for a Good Confession1. Recollect committed sins orderly2. Repent of them sincerely3. Resolve not to repeat sins4. Tell the priest all sins, especially the grave ones5. Do the penance the priest gives

Requisites for receiving Holy Communion, worthily1. Be in the state of grace2. Observe the one- hour fast (drinking water does not break the fast)3. Be sufficiently devout and prepared.

Hail Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, hail our life, our sweetness, and our hope, to thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve, to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!

Memorare (Prayer of St Bernard)Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen

Fatima PrayerO my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy.

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Year 5

The Angelus (Throughout the year, outside Easter time)V: The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,R: And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. [Hail Mary] V: Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R: Be it done unto me according to your word. [Hail Mary] V: And the Word was made flesh, R: And dwelt among us. [Hail Mary] V: Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God. R: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us PrayPour forth, we beseech you, O Lord, Your grace into our hearts, that we to whom the incarnation of Christ Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross, be brought to the glory of His resurrection; through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. [Glory be …. (3)]

The Regina Caeli (The Queen of Heaven)(From Easter Sunday to Trinity Sunday)

Queen of heaven, rejoice. Alleluia! For he whom you did merit to bear, Alleluia! Has risen as he said, Alleluia! Pray for us to God, Alleluia! Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia! For the Lord is truly risen. Alleluia!

Let us pray

O God, who gave joy to the whole world through the resurrection of Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant that we may obtain through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Ten Commandments1. I am the Lord your God. You shall not have strange gods before me.2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.3. Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day.4. Honour your father and your mother.5. You shall not kill.6. You shall not commit adultery.7. You shall not steal.8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.9. You shall not covet your neighbour's wife.10. You shall not covet your neighbour's goods.

The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father

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Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting, Amen.

The seven gifts of the Holy SpiritWisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord (wonder).

The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit

2. Love 2. Joy 3. Peace 4. Patience 5. Kindness 6. Goodness 7. Generosity 8. Faithfulness 9. Gentleness 10. Modesty 11. Self Control 12. Chastity

Seven Sacraments3. Baptism 2. Confirmation 3. Holy Eucharist 4. Reconciliation 5. Anointing of the sick. 6.

Holy Orders 7. Marriage

Theological (Divine) Virtues

1. Faith 2. Hope 3. Charity (Love)Cardinal Virtues

3. Prudence 2. Justice 3. Fortitude 4. Temperance

Religious Virtues2. Fasting 2. Prayer 3. Charity

Penitential PrayerI confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore, I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

Act of ContritionO my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You and I detest all my sins, because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they offend you, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to confess my sins, to Fatima Prayer O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy do penance and to amend my life.

Requisites for a Good Confession1. Recollect committed sins orderly2. Repent of them sincerely3. Resolve not to repeat sins4. Tell the priest all sins, especially the grave ones5. Do the penance the priest gives

Requisites for receiving Holy Communion, worthily1. Be in the state of grace2. Observe the one- hour fast (drinking water does not break the fast)3. Be sufficiently devout and prepared.

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Hail Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, hail our life, our sweetness, and our hope, to thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve, to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!

Memorare (Prayer of St Bernard)Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen

Fatima PrayerO my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy.

Prayer to St. Michael, the ArchangelHoly Michael, the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do you, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen

The Five Precepts of The Church1. Attend Mass on all Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation and rest from servile labour.2. Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once a year.3. Receive Holy Communion at least during the Easter season.4. Fast and abstain on days of penance established by the Church.5. Provide for the material needs of the Church according to your ability.

The Joyful Mysteries - Mon & Sat, Sundays during Advent1.The Annunciation The Angel Gabriel tells Blessed Virgin Mary that she is to be the Mother of God.2.The Visitation The Blessed Virgin Mary pays a visit to her cousin Elizabeth3.The Birth of Jesus The infant Jesus is born in a stable at Bethlehem. 4.The Presentation of Child Jesus in the Tempe The Blessed Mother presents Child Jesus to Simeon in the Temple.5.The finding of Child Jesus in the Temple Jesus is lost for three days, and the Blessed Mother finds Him in the Temple

The Luminous Mysteries - Thursdays1. The Baptism of Jesus

Jesus is baptized in the River Jordan by John the Baptist.2. The Wedding at Cana

Jesus attends a wedding at Cana in Galilee, where He turns water into wine. 3. The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God

Jesus goes through the towns and cities of His own country proclaiming God’s Kingdom and helping the poor.

4. The Transfiguration Jesus leads His friends up a high mountain, where they see Him shining in glorious light.

5. The Institution of the Holy Eucharist At supper with His friends before He dies, Jesus gives Himself to them in bread and wine.

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Seven Capital Sins and their Contrary Virtues

Pride- Humility

Greed (Avarice)- Generosity

Lust- Chastity

Anger- Meekness

Gluttony- Temperance

Envy- Kindness

Sloth - Diligence

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YEAR 6

The Angelus (Throughout the year, outside Easter time)V: The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,R: And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. [Hail Mary] V: Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R: Be it done unto me according to your word. [Hail Mary] V: And the Word was made flesh, R: And dwelt among us. [Hail Mary] V: Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God. R: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us PrayPour forth, we beseech you, O Lord, Your grace into our hearts, that we to whom the incarnation of Christ Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross, be brought to the glory of His resurrection; through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. [Glory be …. (3)]

The Regina Caeli (The Queen of Heaven)(From Easter Sunday to Trinity Sunday)

Queen of heaven, rejoice. Alleluia! For he whom you did merit to bear, Alleluia! Has risen as he said, Alleluia! Pray for us to God, Alleluia! Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia! For the Lord is truly risen. Alleluia!

Let us pray

O God, who gave joy to the whole world through the resurrection of Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant that we may obtain through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Ten Commandments1. I am the Lord your God. You shall not have strange gods before me.2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.3. Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day.4. Honour your father and your mother.5. You shall not kill.6. You shall not commit adultery.7. You shall not steal.8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.9. You shall not covet your neighbour's wife.10. You shall not covet your neighbour's goods.

The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the

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Holy Catholic Church, the communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting, Amen.

The seven gifts of the Holy SpiritWisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord (wonder).

The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit

3. Love 2. Joy 3. Peace 4. Patience 5. Kindness 6. Goodness 7. Generosity 8. Faithfulness 9. Gentleness 10. Modesty 11. Self Control 12. Chastity

Seven Sacraments4. Baptism 2. Confirmation 3. Holy Eucharist 4. Reconciliation 5. Anointing of the sick. 6.

Holy Orders 7. Marriage

Theological (Divine) Virtues

2. Faith 2. Hope 3. Charity (Love)Cardinal Virtues

4. Prudence 2. Justice 3. Fortitude 4. Temperance

Religious Virtues3. Fasting 2. Prayer 3. Charity

Penitential PrayerI confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore, I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

Act of ContritionO my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You and I detest all my sins, because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they offend you, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to confess my sins, to Fatima Prayer O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy do penance and to amend my life.

Requisites for a Good Confession1. Recollect committed sins orderly2. Repent of them sincerely3. Resolve not to repeat sins4. Tell the priest all sins, especially the grave ones5. Do the penance the priest gives

Requisites for receiving Holy Communion, worthily1. Be in the state of grace2. Observe the one- hour fast (drinking water does not break the fast)3. Be sufficiently devout and prepared.

Hail Holy Queen

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Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, hail our life, our sweetness, and our hope, to thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve, to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!

Memorare (Prayer of St Bernard)Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen

Fatima PrayerO my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy.

Prayer to St. Michael, the ArchangelHoly Michael, the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do you, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen

The Five Precepts of The Church1. Attend Mass on all Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation and rest from servile labour.2. Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once a year.3. Receive Holy Communion at least during the Easter season.4. Fast and abstain on days of penance established by the Church.5. Provide for the material needs of the Church according to your ability.

The Joyful Mysteries - Mon & Sat, Sundays during Advent1.The Annunciation The Angel Gabriel tells Blessed Virgin Mary that she is to be the Mother of God.2.The Visitation The Blessed Virgin Mary pays a visit to her cousin Elizabeth3.The Birth of Jesus The infant Jesus is born in a stable at Bethlehem. 4.The Presentation of Child Jesus in the Tempe The Blessed Mother presents Child Jesus to Simeon in the Temple.5.The finding of Child Jesus in the Temple Jesus is lost for three days, and the Blessed Mother finds Him in the Temple

The Luminous Mysteries - Thursdays6. The Baptism of Jesus

Jesus is baptized in the River Jordan by John the Baptist.7. The Wedding at Cana

Jesus attends a wedding at Cana in Galilee, where He turns water into wine. 8. The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God

Jesus goes through the towns and cities of His own country proclaiming God’s Kingdom and helping the poor.

9. The Transfiguration Jesus leads His friends up a high mountain, where they see Him shining in glorious light.

10. The Institution of the Holy Eucharist At supper with His friends before He dies, Jesus gives Himself to them in bread and wine.

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The Sorrowful Mysteries - Tue & Fri, Sundays during Lent1. The Agony of Jesus in the Garden Jesus prays in the Garden of Olives and drops of blood break through His skin. 2. The Scourging at the Pillar

Jesus is tied to a pillar and is cruelly beaten with whips. 3. The Crowning with Thorns

A crown of thorns is placed upon Jesus’ head.4. The Carrying of the Cross

Jesus is made to carry His cross to Calvary. 5. The Crucifixion Jesus is nailed to the cross and dies for our sins.

The Glorious Mysteries - Wednesdays & Sundays1. The Resurrection of Jesus from the Dead

Jesus rises from the dead, three days after His death. 2. The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven

Forty days after His death, Jesus ascends into heaven. 3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit

Ten days after the Ascension, the Holy Spirit comes to the apostles and the Blessed Mother in the form of fiery tongues.

4. The Assumption of Mary into Heaven The Blessed Mother is assumed into heaven.

5. The Crowning of Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth The Blessed Mother is crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth by Jesus, her Son.

Seven Capital Sins and their Contrary Virtues

Pride- Humility

Greed (Avarice)- Generosity

Lust- Chastity

Anger- Meekness

Gluttony- Temperance

Envy- Kindness

Sloth - Diligence

Four Marks of the True Church1. The Church is One: because all the members profess one and the same faith, sacraments and under one head – the Pope2. The Church is Holy: because Jesus Christ, the founder is Holy – teaches Holy Doctrines3. The Church is Catholic: because it subsists in all ages – teaches all nations and is the source of all truths4. The Church is Apostolic: because it was founded by Christ on the Apostles and has always been governed by their lawful successors – the Popes

The six Main Attributes of God

God is ……

1. Self-existent. 2. Eternal. 3. Pure Spirit. 4. Infinitely Good. 5. Omnipresent.

6. First cause of all.15

YEAR 7

The Angelus (Throughout the year, outside Easter time)V: The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,R: And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. [Hail Mary] V: Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R: Be it done unto me according to your word. [Hail Mary] V: And the Word was made flesh, R: And dwelt among us. [Hail Mary] V: Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God. R: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us PrayPour forth, we beseech you, O Lord, Your grace into our hearts, that we to whom the incarnation of Christ Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross, be brought to the glory of His resurrection; through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. [Glory be …. (3)]

The Regina Caeli (The Queen of Heaven)(From Easter Sunday to Trinity Sunday)

Queen of heaven, rejoice. Alleluia! For he whom you did merit to bear, Alleluia! Has risen as he said, Alleluia! Pray for us to God, Alleluia! Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia! For the Lord is truly risen. Alleluia!

Let us pray

O God, who gave joy to the whole world through the resurrection of Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant that we may obtain through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Ten Commandments1. I am the Lord your God. You shall not have strange gods before me.2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.3. Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day.4. Honour your father and your mother.5. You shall not kill.6. You shall not commit adultery.7. You shall not steal.8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.9. You shall not covet your neighbour's wife.10. You shall not covet your neighbour's goods.

The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the

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Holy Catholic Church, the communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting, Amen.

The seven gifts of the Holy SpiritWisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord (wonder).

The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit

4. Love 2. Joy 3. Peace 4. Patience 5. Kindness 6. Goodness 7. Generosity 8. Faithfulness 9. Gentleness 10. Modesty 11. Self Control 12. Chastity

Seven Sacraments5. Baptism 2. Confirmation 3. Holy Eucharist 4. Reconciliation 5. Anointing of the sick. 6.

Holy Orders 7. Marriage

Theological (Divine) Virtues

3. Faith 2. Hope 3. Charity (Love)Cardinal Virtues

5. Prudence 2. Justice 3. Fortitude 4. Temperance

Religious Virtues4. Fasting 2. Prayer 3. Charity

Penitential PrayerI confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore, I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

Act of ContritionO my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You and I detest all my sins, because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they offend you, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to confess my sins, to Fatima Prayer O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy do penance and to amend my life.

Requisites for a Good Confession1. Recollect committed sins orderly2. Repent of them sincerely3. Resolve not to repeat sins4. Tell the priest all sins, especially the grave ones5. Do the penance the priest gives

Requisites for receiving Holy Communion, worthily1. Be in the state of grace2. Observe the one- hour fast (drinking water does not break the fast)3. Be sufficiently devout and prepared.

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Hail Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, hail our life, our sweetness, and our hope, to thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve, to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!

Memorare (Prayer of St Bernard)Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen

Fatima PrayerO my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy.

Prayer to St. Michael, the ArchangelHoly Michael, the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do you, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen

The Five Precepts of The Church1. Attend Mass on all Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation and rest from servile labour.2. Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once a year.3. Receive Holy Communion at least during the Easter season.4. Fast and abstain on days of penance established by the Church.5. Provide for the material needs of the Church according to your ability.

The Joyful Mysteries - Mon & Sat, Sundays during Advent1.The Annunciation The Angel Gabriel tells Blessed Virgin Mary that she is to be the Mother of God.2.The Visitation The Blessed Virgin Mary pays a visit to her cousin Elizabeth3.The Birth of Jesus The infant Jesus is born in a stable at Bethlehem. 4.The Presentation of Child Jesus in the Tempe The Blessed Mother presents Child Jesus to Simeon in the Temple.5.The finding of Child Jesus in the Temple Jesus is lost for three days, and the Blessed Mother finds Him in the Temple

The Luminous Mysteries - Thursdays11. The Baptism of Jesus

Jesus is baptized in the River Jordan by John the Baptist.12. The Wedding at Cana

Jesus attends a wedding at Cana in Galilee, where He turns water into wine. 13. The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God

Jesus goes through the towns and cities of His own country proclaiming God’s Kingdom and helping the poor.

14. The Transfiguration Jesus leads His friends up a high mountain, where they see Him shining in glorious light.

15. The Institution of the Holy Eucharist At supper with His friends before He dies, Jesus gives Himself to them in bread and wine.

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The Sorrowful Mysteries - Tue & Fri, Sundays during Lent5. The Agony of Jesus in the Garden Jesus prays in the Garden of Olives and drops of blood break through His skin. 6. The Scourging at the Pillar

Jesus is tied to a pillar and is cruelly beaten with whips. 7. The Crowning with Thorns

A crown of thorns is placed upon Jesus’ head.8. The Carrying of the Cross

Jesus is made to carry His cross to Calvary. 5. The Crucifixion Jesus is nailed to the cross and dies for our sins.

The Glorious Mysteries - Wednesdays & Sundays7. The Resurrection of Jesus from the Dead

Jesus rises from the dead, three days after His death. 8. The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven

Forty days after His death, Jesus ascends into heaven. 9. The Descent of the Holy Spirit

Ten days after the Ascension, the Holy Spirit comes to the apostles and the Blessed Mother in the form of fiery tongues.

10. The Assumption of Mary into Heaven The Blessed Mother is assumed into heaven.

11. The Crowning of Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth The Blessed Mother is crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth by Jesus, her Son.

Seven Capital Sins and their Contrary Virtues

Pride- Humility

Greed (Avarice)- Generosity

Lust- Chastity

Anger- Meekness

Gluttony- Temperance

Envy- Kindness

Sloth - Diligence

Four Marks of the True Church1. The Church is One: because all the members profess one and the same faith, sacraments and under one head – the Pope2. The Church is Holy: because Jesus Christ, the founder is Holy – teaches Holy Doctrines3. The Church is Catholic: because it subsists in all ages – teaches all nations and is the source of all truths4. The Church is Apostolic: because it was founded by Christ on the Apostles and has always been governed by their lawful successors – the Popes

The six Main Attributes of God

God is ……

2. Self-existent. 2. Eternal. 3. Pure Spirit. 4. Infinitely Good. 5. Omnipresent.

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The Eight Beatitudes1 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 2 Blessed are the meek: for they shall possess the land. 3 Blessed are they who mourn: for they shall be comforted. 4 Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after justice: for they shall have their fill. 5 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. 6 Blessed are the clean of heart: for they shall see God. 7 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. 8 Blessed are they that suffer persecution for justice' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

The Seven Corporal Works of Mercy1. Feed the Hungry 2. Give drink to the thirsty 3. Clothe the naked 4. Shelter the homeless

5. Comfort the imprisoned 6. Visit the sick 7. Bury the dead

The Seven Spiritual Works of Mercy1. Admonish sinners 2. Instruct the uninformed 3. Counsel the doubtful 4. Comfort the sorrowful

5. Be patient with those in error 6. Forgive offenses 7. Pray for the living and the dead

The greatest commandmentYou shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbour as yourself.

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The Angelus (Throughout the year, outside Easter time)V: The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,R: And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. [Hail Mary] V: Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R: Be it done unto me according to your word. [Hail Mary] V: And the Word was made flesh, R: And dwelt among us. [Hail Mary] V: Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God. R: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us PrayPour forth, we beseech you, O Lord, Your grace into our hearts, that we to whom the incarnation of Christ Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross, be brought to the glory of His resurrection; through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. [Glory be …. (3)]

The Regina Caeli (The Queen of Heaven)(From Easter Sunday to Trinity Sunday)

Queen of heaven, rejoice. Alleluia! For he whom you did merit to bear, Alleluia! Has risen as he said, Alleluia! Pray for us to God, Alleluia! Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia! For the Lord is truly risen. Alleluia!

Let us pray

O God, who gave joy to the whole world through the resurrection of Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant that we may obtain through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Ten Commandments1. I am the Lord your God. You shall not have strange gods before me.2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.3. Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day.4. Honour your father and your mother.5. You shall not kill.6. You shall not commit adultery.7. You shall not steal.8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.9. You shall not covet your neighbour's wife.10. You shall not covet your neighbour's goods.

The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the

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Holy Catholic Church, the communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting, Amen.

The seven gifts of the Holy SpiritWisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord (wonder).

The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit

5. Love 2. Joy 3. Peace 4. Patience 5. Kindness 6. Goodness 7. Generosity 8. Faithfulness 9. Gentleness 10. Modesty 11. Self Control 12. Chastity

Seven Sacraments6. Baptism 2. Confirmation 3. Holy Eucharist 4. Reconciliation 5. Anointing of the sick. 6.

Holy Orders 7. Marriage

Theological (Divine) Virtues

4. Faith 2. Hope 3. Charity (Love)Cardinal Virtues

6. Prudence 2. Justice 3. Fortitude 4. Temperance

Religious Virtues5. Fasting 2. Prayer 3. Charity

Penitential PrayerI confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore, I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

Act of ContritionO my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You and I detest all my sins, because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they offend you, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to confess my sins, to Fatima Prayer O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy do penance and to amend my life.

Requisites for a Good Confession1. Recollect committed sins orderly2. Repent of them sincerely3. Resolve not to repeat sins4. Tell the priest all sins, especially the grave ones5. Do the penance the priest gives

Requisites for receiving Holy Communion, worthily1. Be in the state of grace2. Observe the one- hour fast (drinking water does not break the fast)3. Be sufficiently devout and prepared.

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Hail Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, hail our life, our sweetness, and our hope, to thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve, to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!

Memorare (Prayer of St Bernard)Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen

Fatima PrayerO my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need of your mercy.

Prayer to St. Michael, the ArchangelHoly Michael, the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do you, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen

The Five Precepts of The Church1. Attend Mass on all Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation and rest from servile labour.2. Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once a year.3. Receive Holy Communion at least during the Easter season.4. Fast and abstain on days of penance established by the Church.5. Provide for the material needs of the Church according to your ability.

The Joyful Mysteries - Mon & Sat, Sundays during Advent1.The Annunciation The Angel Gabriel tells Blessed Virgin Mary that she is to be the Mother of God.2.The Visitation The Blessed Virgin Mary pays a visit to her cousin Elizabeth3.The Birth of Jesus The infant Jesus is born in a stable at Bethlehem. 4.The Presentation of Child Jesus in the Tempe The Blessed Mother presents Child Jesus to Simeon in the Temple.5.The finding of Child Jesus in the Temple Jesus is lost for three days, and the Blessed Mother finds Him in the Temple

The Luminous Mysteries - Thursdays16. The Baptism of Jesus

Jesus is baptized in the River Jordan by John the Baptist.17. The Wedding at Cana

Jesus attends a wedding at Cana in Galilee, where He turns water into wine. 18. The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God

Jesus goes through the towns and cities of His own country proclaiming God’s Kingdom and helping the poor.

19. The Transfiguration Jesus leads His friends up a high mountain, where they see Him shining in glorious light.

20. The Institution of the Holy Eucharist At supper with His friends before He dies, Jesus gives Himself to them in bread and wine.

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The Sorrowful Mysteries - Tue & Fri, Sundays during Lent9. The Agony of Jesus in the Garden Jesus prays in the Garden of Olives and drops of blood break through His skin. 10. The Scourging at the Pillar

Jesus is tied to a pillar and is cruelly beaten with whips. 11. The Crowning with Thorns

A crown of thorns is placed upon Jesus’ head.12. The Carrying of the Cross

Jesus is made to carry His cross to Calvary. 5. The Crucifixion Jesus is nailed to the cross and dies for our sins.

The Glorious Mysteries - Wednesdays & Sundays13. The Resurrection of Jesus from the Dead

Jesus rises from the dead, three days after His death. 14. The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven

Forty days after His death, Jesus ascends into heaven. 15. The Descent of the Holy Spirit

Ten days after the Ascension, the Holy Spirit comes to the apostles and the Blessed Mother in the form of fiery tongues.

16. The Assumption of Mary into Heaven The Blessed Mother is assumed into heaven.

17. The Crowning of Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth The Blessed Mother is crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth by Jesus, her Son.

Seven Capital Sins and their Contrary Virtues

Pride- Humility

Greed (Avarice)- Generosity

Lust- Chastity

Anger- Meekness

Gluttony- Temperance

Envy- Kindness

Sloth - Diligence

Four Marks of the True Church

1. The Church is One: because all the members profess one and the same faith, sacraments and under one head – the Pope2. The Church is Holy: because Jesus Christ, the founder is Holy – teaches Holy Doctrines3. The Church is Catholic: because it subsists in all ages – teaches all nations and is the source of all truths4. The Church is Apostolic: because it was founded by Christ on the Apostles and has always been governed by their lawful successors – the Popes

The six Main Attributes of God

God is ……

3. Self-existent. 2. Eternal. 3. Pure Spirit. 4. Infinitely Good. 5. Omnipresent.

18. First cause of all.24

The Eight Beatitudes1 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 2 Blessed are the meek: for they shall possess the land. 3 Blessed are they who mourn: for they shall be comforted. 4 Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after justice: for they shall have their fill. 5 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. 6 Blessed are the clean of heart: for they shall see God. 7 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. 8 Blessed are they that suffer persecution for justice' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

The Seven Corporal Works of Mercy1. Feed the Hungry 2. Give drink to the thirsty 3. Clothe the naked 4. Shelter the homeless

5. Comfort the imprisoned 6. Visit the sick 7. Bury the dead

The Seven Spiritual Works of Mercy1. Admonish sinners 2. Instruct the uninformed 3. Counsel the doubtful 4. Comfort the sorrowful

5. Be patient with those in error 6. Forgive offenses 7. Pray for the living and the dead

The greatest commandmentYou shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbour as yourself.

Sins Crying to Heaven for Vengeance1. Wilful murder (including abortion).2. The sin of Sodomy (sin against nature).3. Oppression of the poor.4. Defrauding laborers of their wages.

Six Sins against the Holy Spirit1. Despair that the heaven is unattainable.2. Illusion that I can attain heaven without

doing good.3. Resisting truth knowingly.4. Envy at the prosperity of others.5. Obstinacy of sin.6. Impenitence until last.

Three Evangelical Counsels1. Voluntary offering of obedience to God2. Voluntary offering of Chastity to God3. Voluntary offering of Poverty to God

Four Destinies of Man 1. Death 2. Judgement 3. Heaven 4. Hell

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