Give thanks with a grateful heart, Haroldites! And remember that it is always darkest just before the dawn. 1) THE PAPACY Which pope established the solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (celebrated this year on Nov. 24) in 1925 in response to the rise of fascism in Europe? a) John XXIII […]

Here’s your latest Catholic quiz, Heraldistas. No tricks! All treats! 1) SCRIPTURE In the Gospel reading (Mk 10:46-52) for Oct. 27, what was the name of the blind man cured by Jesus on the road to Jericho? a) Zacchaeus b) Bartimaeus c) Saul d) Barabbas 2) FAMOUS CATHOLICS Thomas Merton, writer, theologian and social activist, […]

Saudacoes amigos! Meu teste aguarda. Aproveitar! 1) NO PLACE LIKE HOME What is the term for the house where a parish priest resides? a) breviary b) rectory c) ciborium d) monastery 2) HOLY RELICS The Diocese of Honolulu’s official relics of St. Damien and St. Marianne are housed in which church? a) St. Francis Church, […]

Fall is upon us, my quiztastic friends, and the days of the year are going by quickly. So chillax and enjoy this week’s challenge. 1) HEBREW SCRIPTURES What name is given to the anonymous author of the Book of Ecclesiastes? a) Theopholus b) Obadiah c) Quoheleth d) Cephas 2) OCIA Which of these is NOT […]

All hail, Heraldonians! Try to remember the first quiz of September, and follow, follow, follow… 1) DRAMA What Broadway play was originally written as a story about the conflict between Jewish and Catholic families in New York City? a) “Fiddler on the Roof” b) “West Side Story” c) “Cats” d) “Phantom of the Opera” 2) […]

My dear Heraldonians! Arise from your summer slumbers! Another Quiz cometh! 1) MARIOLOGY The feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary occurs exactly nine months after what Solemnity? a) Assumption b) Annunciation c) Immaculate Conception d) Marymas 2) MISERICORDE Which of these is NOT one of the seven corporal works of mercy? a) […]

Hi ho, Heraldites! How about some more brain-busters for y’all? 1) THE PAPACY With a papal motto of “To restore all things in Christ,” which pope is referred to as “pope of the Blessed Sacrament”? a) Pius X b) John Paul II c) Paul VI d) Leo I 2) BISHOP LARRY What does the middle […]

Got your thinking caps ready, Quizzicalistics? Let’s see how well you score on this brain beater! 1) COFFEE TALK Which popular espresso drink is said to be named after the brown hooded habits worn by Franciscan friars? a) macchiato b) cappuccino c) latte d) frangelica 2) LITURGY The “Gloria” is traditionally sung or recited during […]

Yet another quiz for you, Heraldistas. Even in the easy, breezy season of summer, there is always time to learn more about the wonderful Catholic faith. Enjoy! 1) WORLD RELIGIONS “Sangha” is a foundational part of Buddhist beliefs. What does “sangha” refer to? a) the eightfold path of right practices b) the community of believers […]