Funeral Directing: Exam 3: Catholic Funeral Rite: MOODLE "Quiz"

The Church wishes the remains be placed in holy ground, or columbarium.

A Roman Catholic family has chosen cremation as means of disposition. What will the Church's view be regarding these cremated remains?

Archbishop

A Roman Catholic minister who is responsible for the spiritual wellbeing of several diocese is called

Chapel

A building or designated area of a building in which services are conducted is called a

A Crucifix

A cross with a figure or image representing the body of Christ is called

An Archdiocese

A geological grouping of one or more diocese is considered

Nun

A woman who is a member of a religious order, and bound by certain vows is called a

Cemetery

An area of ground set aside and dedicated for the final disposition of dead human bodies is called a

Priest.

An ordained Roman Catholic minister who carries out the work of the local congregation is called a

Deacon

An ordained member of the Roman Catholic Church just below a priest is called a(n)

A Priest

An ordained minister in the Roman Catholic Church who is responsible for a local parish is called

Cardinal

Bishop McIntosh has had a dignity bestowed on him making him a prince of the church. What is his new title?

Vigil Lights

Candles or lights placed at each end of the casket during the Vigil for the Deceased are called

Altaria

During the Roman Catholic Mass, the host and wine are blessed by the priest upon this structure.

Celebrant

Father John is officiating the service for the Johnson family. What might he be called in the program or death notice?

Crypt

Father Murphy is doing the final committal of Mr. Jones (casketed) in the mausoleum. What would he bless during this ceremony?

Thurifer

In a liturgical procession there may be several acolytes. One will carry the crucifix, another may carry the rubric or candle. The third may carry an item used for the final commendation. What is this third individual called?

Sacristy

In the liturgical church, there is usually a room adjacent to the chancel containing liturgical vessels and vestments. What is this room called?

Does the Holy Order have any restrictions or preferences regarding removal, preparation or dress?

Monsignor Dakota has passed away at the age of 91. He is a member of the monastic order Benedictines (O.S.B.). Upon receiving the initial call, what might you ask?

A Diocese

Monsignor Mike is the head of several parishes. What is his geographical region called?

Brother

Mr. Jones is going through the various steps of confirmation to be a deacon in the Catholic Church. How would you address him prior to his ordination?

Vigil Candles

One at the head end and one at the foot end

Entrance rite

Part of the related rites in a Roman Catholic funeral ceremony is when the priest and acolytes approach the casket. What is this called?

Crucifix on a Stand

Placed behind the casket, at midpoint or behind the foot panel

Prie Dieu

Placed in front (parallel) to the casket, about at the midpoint of the casket

Rosary

Placed in the hands of the deceased

Individual Crucifix

Placed inside the head panel

Rubric

The "Order of Christian Funerals" is utilized by the Catholic Church as their official guide to the Funeral Liturgy. What is the broad name for such a text?

Crucifer

The __________ carries the cross in an religious procession.

Paschal Candle

The candle placed near the casket in the Roman Catholic Funeral Liturgy is called the

Corpus Christi

The difference between a cross and a crucifix is this images. What is the Latin title for the image on a crucifix?

Final Commendation

The ending portion of the Funeral Liturgy is called the

Narthex

The entry way to the church is called the

Mass

The liturgical celebration of the Eucharist in the Roman Catholic Church is called the

Communion

The taking of the Eucharist during a Mass is called

Pope

The title for the head of the Roman Catholic Church and the Bishop of Rome is

Nave

There are two main bodies of the church. One is the Chancel the other is the

Tabernacle

This item may be behind the altar or near the sacristy. It contains the Blessed Sacrament, which was not utilized during the morning Mass. What is this called?

Monsignor

This title conferred upon a priest literally means "My Lord."

The Eucharist.

Upon blessing the host and wine, the elements of holy communion are called

Vestments

What are ritual garments worn by the clergy called?

Sacrament of the Sick

What is the correct name for the Roman Catholic practice of providing the seriously ill for eternity?

Chancel

What is the correct title for the area around the sanctuary, usually enclosing the clergy and other officials.

Bishop

What is the correct title for the head of a diocese of the Roman Catholic Church?

Diocese

What is the geographical grouping of parishes under the jurisdiction of a bishop?

Sacrament of the Sick

What is the name of the practice for blessing those who are terminally ill, or in danger of losing their life?

Archbishop

What is the proper title for the individual who is head over the archdiocese?

Bishop

What is the title for the individual who oversees several parishes?

Vigil for the Deceased

What name is now given to the Wake or Rosary Service for members of the Roman Catholic faith?

1.) Crucifer 2.) Acolytes 3.) Priest 4.) FD at the *Foot End* of the casket 5.) Casket 6.) FD at the *Head End* of the casket 7.) Family

What will be the order of the procession heading toward the chancel?

College of Cardinals

Which group serves under the papacy in an administrative role and elects the Pope?

Thurible

Which item may be utilized during the final commendation, producing smoke, and representing the sweet prayers of God's people?

- Christian Burial Certificate - Priestly Permission - *Priestly Lines* - Christian Burial Certificate

Which of the following does not mean a letter or form from a priest stating the eligibility of the deceased for funeral rites according to the laws of the Church?

Funeral Liturgy

Which of the following is NOW the correct name for the funeral service in the Roman Catholic Church?

Wake

Which of the following is a historical term used for an all night vigil?

Cross

Which of the following is a religious emblem consisting of two plain bars which intersect at right angles to each other?

Pall

Which of the following is a symbolic cloth used to cover the casket in liturgical services?

Even if disposition is to be cremation, the Church prefers a wake with the body present.

Which of the following is a true statement regarding the Roman Catholic wake?

Get the required information to make the initial removal, and see if the family has a parish in mind for the service.

Which of the following is considered best practice when receiving the first call from a Roman Catholic practitioner?

Roman Cathloic

Which of the following is considered the largest Christian denomination in the world?

Prie Dieu

Which of the following is defined as a kneeling rail?

IHS

Which of the following is the Greek abbreviation for the first three letters of Jesus' name?

INRI

Which of the following is the Latin Abbreviation for "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews."

Archdiocese

Which of the following is the term utilized for a geographical grouping of one or more diocese under the jurisdiction of an archbishop?

Rosary Beads

Which of the following religious items is used as an aid in the recitation of prayers for members of the Roman Catholic faith?

Liturgical

Which of the following worship styles best describes the Roman Catholic Church?

Permissible

Which term best describes the Roman Catholic view of cremation?

St. Peter

Who is considered the first Pope of the Roman Catholic Church?

Jesus Christ

Who is considered the founder of the Roman Catholic Church?

The Pope

Who is considered the leader of the Catholic Church, and the Bishop of Rome?

Rite of Committal

You are at the funeral home for the final viewing, prior to leaving for the Roman Catholic Church. The family has a closing prayer prior to the final closing of the casket. What is this called?

The Epistle Side

You are doing a service for Mrs. Jones at the historic Catholic Church in your community (est. 1860). Where would the Priest have the family read the Old Testament or Paul's leters?

The Church would prefer a wake and Funeral Mass with the deceased present.

You are meeting with a family in an at-need situation. The family is devout Roman Catholic, and are seeking your advice on cremation. What would you tell them?

A Scapular

You are preparing a body for embalming. You notice a type of necklace that is brown, and has an image of Ourl Lady of Mount Carmel. What is this called?

Spiritual Bouquet

You are setting up for a Roman Catholic vigil service for Mr. Smith. Ms. Jones wishes to make a donation for a special mass for Mr. Jones. What will she need to fill out?

A related rite

You are taking a family in for their initial viewing. You have the casket open, a crucifix placed behind the foot panel, vigil candles lit, and a prie dieu. Upon the initial viewing one of the family members says a prayer. What is this called?

Sacred Heart

You are working with a Roman Catholic family who would like a cap panel with Jesus Christ, showing his radiant love. What is this called?

Historically, the Church prefers a Funeral Liturgy with the body present at their Catholic Church, or a Catholic facility sanctioned for a Funeral Mass.

You are working with a family from Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. They have experienced a death in their family and are not sure about Catholic tradition regarding death. What would you tell them.