Baptism
What is Baptism?
An outward and public expression of your identity with Jesus and to proclaim that you love, trust, and hope in Him.
What is the Sacrament of Confirmation?
With Baptism and the Eucharis, one of the three sacraments of Christian initiation. Through an outpouring of the special gifts of the Holy Spirit, confirmation perfects and strengthens the graces received in baptism and gives a unique outpouring of the Spirit of Christian witness.
In the Eucharist, what is the purpose of the Introductory Rites?
The Introductory Rites of the Mass bring us together as a worshipping community and prepare us for listening to the Word of God and for the celebration of the Eucharist.
Give three other names for the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, and explain how each describes an essential element of the sacrament.
The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation is also known as the Sacrament of Conversion, which is essential because it helps us recognize our mistakes and return to a path of faith; the Sacrament of Confession, where we confess our sins and acknowledge God’s mercy; and the Sacrament of Forgiveness.
What is the purpose of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, and who may receive it?
The Sacrament of Anointing and of the Sick is God’s gift for those who are suffering from serious illness or old age and those who are dying. It gives spiritual healing and strength to a person who is seriously ill, and sometimes physical recovery is granted as well.
Why do we use a word that comes from the Greek word baptizein, meaning “to plunge,” to describe our rise to a new life in Christ?
In Baptism, we are plunged into the water, symbolizing burial into Christ’s death, from which we rise to new life in Christ.
Describe briefly what one of the prophets from the Old Testament prophesied about the Holy Spirit.
Prophet Ezekiel and Prophet Isaiah were both prophets of the Old Testament who prophesied about the Holy Spirit.
What is the purpose of the Penitential Act in the Eucharist?
The Penitential Act provides a moment for repentance of sin in silence. In the Penitential Act, we recall Christ’s role in salvation, and our venial sin is forgiven.
Name and explain the three actions of the penitent in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
In the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, the penitent commits three acts: repentance, which expresses regret for sin and a desire to avoid it in the future; confession, which involves accepting responsibility for one’s actions and confessing to a priest in order to make changes with God.
How can illness be a turning point in human life?
Thus, illness can be a turning point. But God sends healing, either physical or spiritual, because illness and death have been conquered through his Son, Jesus Christ. The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is the doorway to this healing.
Name four events in salvation history associated with water that help us to understand the meaning of the Sacrament of Baptism.
The Creation, Noah's Ark, the Crossing of the Red Sea, and the Crossing of the River Jordan.
What is the meaning of the renewal of baptismal promises in Confirmation?
To renounce Satan and sin and profess their faith in God. This renewal helps to express the close relationship between Confirmation and Baptism.
How is the Holy Spirit at work in the celebration of the Eucharist?
The Holy Spirit is at work in the celebration of the Eucharist through the Liturgy of the Word to help the Word of God support the entire celebration of the liturgy and to place God's Word in the hearts of those gathered.
Name and explain the action of the priest in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
In order to provide a solution, the priest pardons sins confessed to him in the name of God in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
What are the scriptural roots of using the Oil of the Sick?
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick includes an anointing with a holy oil called the Oil of the Sick. It is pressed from olives and is blessed by the bishop.
What is the common priesthood of the faithful, and why is it connected to Baptism?
The common priesthood of the faithful is the name for the priesthood shared by all who are baptized. As we are incorporated into Christ, who is Priest and King, so we are given the gift of proclaiming the praises of God, “who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”.
What are the essential elements of the Order of Confirmation?
Anointing the forehead with sacred chrism together with the laying on of the minister's hands and the words (epiclesis).
How is Christ’s Paschal Mystery proclaimed and made present in the Eucharist?
Christ's Paschal Mystery is proclaimed and made present in the Eucharist by the Eucharist being a memorial for the Paschal Mystery through the work of salvation he accomplished. The Eucharist makes this present with the bread and wine as his body and blood.
Describe two Scripture accounts in which Jesus forgives sinners, and explain how these foretell the mercy God extends to us in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
The first is that sinners and Jesus are on the same page. He makes amends with them, which is comparable to how we might make amends with God through the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. The second is that Jesus pardons the paraplegic man's transgressions, since only God has this power.
The oil used in the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick a sign of what?
The oil is a sign of healing, strengthening, and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Who are the ordinary of Baptism?
Bishop, Priest, and a Deacon
Who is eligible for the Sacrament of Confirmation?
Those eligible for the Sacrament of Confirmation have professed the faith, are within the required age range, have the desire to receive Confirmation, are in a state of grace, and intend to live as a disciple of Christ and witness to the faith.
In what ways is Christ present in the celebration of the Eucharist?
He is present in the priest. Christ is also present in the proclamation of the Word of God and in the assembly, for he has assured us, “Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” He is present in us and with us.
Explain the three conditions that must exist for a sin to be mortal and the consequences of mortal sin.
In order for a sin to be considered mortal, it must involve a significant matter, the person responsible must be fully aware that their actions are wrong, and the offense must be committed intentionally rather than by accident. Mortal sin separates us from God.
What are the three integral aspects of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick?
The three integral aspects are: The Prayer of Faith, The Laying On of Hands, and The Anointing with Blessed Oil.