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The seven sacraments

The seven sacraments. Sacrament – an outward sign of inward grace. Instituted by Christ to make us holy The outward signs are the “matter” and “form” of the sacrament:. Physical objects such as water, bread and wine, and oil are the signs of Jesus’ presence (“matter”). Sacrament.

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The seven sacraments

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  1. The seven sacraments

  2. Sacrament – an outward sign of inward grace • Instituted by Christ to make us holy • The outward signs are the “matter” and “form” of the sacrament: Physical objects such as water, bread and wine, and oil are the signs of Jesus’ presence (“matter”)

  3. Sacrament • The inward grace is the effect or benefits the sacrament has on us Ritual action or formula of words (“form”)

  4. Sacraments • Divided into three groups: • Initiation • Healing • Service of communion and the mission of the faithful

  5. Sacraments of Initiation • Lay the foundation of Christian life • Baptism – We are born into a new life in Christ. Takes away original sin and makes us members of the Church. • Eucharist – Nourishes our life of faith (food for the soul). • Confirmation – Strengthens the grace of Baptism which enables us to witness to our faith

  6. Sacraments of Healing • Celebrate the healing power of Jesus • Penance – we receive God’s forgiveness • Anointing of the Sick – unites a sick’s person’s sufferings with those of Jesus

  7. Sacraments at the Service of Communion • Help members of the Church serve the community • Matrimony – a baptized man and women are united with each other as a sign of the unity between Jesus and his Church • Holy Orders – men are ordained priests or deacons to serve others

  8. Who administers the sacraments? • Ordinary minister – person charged by the Church to administer the sacrament ͢ The priest is the ordinary minister for all sacraments except Confirmation. ͢ The Bishop of the diocese is the ordinary minister for Confirmation

  9. Who administers the sacraments? • Extraordinary ministers – those charged by the Church to help in the administration of a sacrament. ͢ Confirmation – priest is the extraordinary minister ͢ Eucharist – lay people (e.g., Mrs. Boshier) can be extraordinary ministers

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