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Explain how the earliest Christians met and how we eventually moved into churches. |
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each other's homes, then bascilicas |
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What are three important pieces of furniture that we are drawn to when we look into a church, no matter where we sit or stand? |
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1. altar
2. presider's chair
3. lecturn or ambo |
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Explain how we now sit during the readings when the early church stood for the entire Mass. |
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The readings got longer in the 15th century. |
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the place where the oils are kept |
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What are the three oils found in an ambry? |
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1. of sick
2. of catechumens
3. sacred chrism |
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Define Blessed Sacrament. |
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Christ's presence in the tabernacle |
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Explain the importance of stained glass in ancient churches. |
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for people who can't read and for decoration |
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How did the stations of the cross come about? |
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to help people walk with Jesus at home |
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