Chapter 24 Concepts
Sharing in God's goodness and responding to God's love by the way we live
Holiness
The official public prayer of the Church
Liturgy
Helps us to see and follow God's will in our lives
Wisdom
A sacrament of Christian Initiation. Through this sacrament, we become members of the Church
Baptism
A way that we communicate with God and God communicates with us
Prayer
A special sign given to us by Jesus through which we share in God's life
Sacrament
Helps us to love and appreciate others
Understanding
A sacrament of healing. Through this sacrament we experience the gift of God's mercy.
Penance/Reconciliation
The most perfect prayer and an important part of our liturgy
The Lord's Prayer
These seven things help us to follow God's Law and live as Jesus did
Helps us to see God's presence in our lives and in the world
Fear of the Lord
(wonder and awe)
A sacrament of service when a couple witnesses Christ's spousal love for the Church
Matrimony
We receive this in the sacraments, and it helps us to grow in holiness
Grace
Good things people can see in us when we respond to the gifts of the Holy Spirit
Fruits of the Holy Spirit
Helps us to be strong in our faith and witness to Jesus and to stand up for what is right
Fortitude
(courage)
A sacrament of Christian Initiation. Through this sacrament, we experience the true, real, and substantial presence of Christ.
Eucharist
Is with us always and helps us to listen to our conscience and to make good choices
The Holy Spirit
The Fruits of the Spirit according to St. Paul
Helps us to know more about God and his love for us
Knowledge
A sacrament of Service, where people respond generously to God's call by dedicating their lives to Him
Holy Orders