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What is a rite?
An important act or event that marks the passage from one stage of life to another
What are 4 key stages in life?
Birth, marriage, growing up & death
How do Christian's celebrate the 4 key life events?
Christening, confirmation, wedding ceremony, funeral mass
What are rituals?
A series of actions that use gestures, words, and objects, all done in a specific place and in a special way.
What is an example of a ritual?
Communion, confirmation, pilgrimage
What is an example of a pilgrimage in Ireland?
Climbing Croagh Patrick
What county is Croagh Patrick in?
Co. Mayo
When is reek Sunday?
The last Sunday in July
Is Saint Patrick's Day a rite or a ritual?
Ritual
What is the difference between a rite and a ritual?
Rites are once off celebrations, rituals are repeated at certain times
What is a pilgrimage?
a journey people take to strengthen their relationship with God
Why is Croagh Patrick important to Christian's?
It is said St. Patrick spent 40 days praying & fasting on Croagh Patrick
What is penance?
A way of showing you're sorry for something you did wrong or asking for forgiveness
What are some examples of non-religious rituals?
Birthday celebrations, graduation ceremonies, New Years Eve & Day, bank holidays
Name one pilgrimage outside of Ireland
Camino de Santiago
Why do some people climb Croagh Patrick in their bare feet?
As an act of penance
