How many requisite elements are there for each Sacrament?
3.
100
What is a sacrament?
An outward sign, instituted by Christ, that gives grace.
100
3 What did Christ give us to carry on his mission?
The Church (sacraments, Apostles)
100
What is grace?
A gift given to us by God.
100
9 Why did Christ employ a material or physical sign in each Sacrament?
To help us see through the eyes of faith, the reality of God behind the signs.
200
Which of the requisite elements is defined as the person through whom Christ acts to make the sacrament effective?
Minister.
200
Who is the principle minister of every sacrament?
Jesus
200
What were the two parts to Christ's final command to his Apostles before his Ascension?
Make disciples of all nations, baptizing them…
(preach & baptize)
200
What is the effect of venial and mortal sins on sanctifying grace?
Venial sin weakens the active power of sanctifying grace, and mortal sin destroys our relationship with God.
200
What is the importance of personal disposition (attitude) in receiving the sacraments?
We must have the right intentions and be in the proper spiritual conditions to receive grace.
300
Which of the requisite elements of each Sacrament is defined as the physical substance that is the visible sign of God's grace?
Matter
300
12 What is the origin of the word sacrament? (include Latin word and story)
Sacramentum; in ancient Rome, it was the initiation oath taken by soldiers upon entering the army.
300
7 What happened at Pentecost?
The Apostles were in the Upper Room hiding. The Holy Spirit descended upon them like tongues of fire. They went out and preached and baptized 3,000 people on that day.
300
How is sanctifying grace restored after committing mortal sin?
Reconciliation.
300
8 How many of the Sacraments can be found in Scripture?
All seven.
400
Who is the ordinary minister of Confirmation?
Bishop
400
How are the sacraments efficacious signs?
They actually confer the grace they signify.
400
5 How did Mary respond to God's call differently than others before her? - AND - What were her exact words?
She said, “Let it be done to me according to your word.” Rather than hesitating, doubting, or rejecting God's call.
400
4 What is the difference between actual grace and sanctifying grace?
Actual grace is a gift from God that we receive in a moment of need; sanctifying grace is what we receive in the Sacraments.
400
What was the Great Schism - AND - in what year did it take place?
The division between the Church in the East and West. 1054 AD.
500
Which of the requisite elements in each Sacrament is defined as the words and actions by which the matter becomes an efficacious sign?
Form.
500
11 What is the relationship between the Sacraments and Christ's ministry on earth?
The sacraments are the way that Christ continues to act in the world.
500
6 Name five things that Christ has accomplished for us.
Reestablished us as sons and daughters of God. Repaired the damage of sin.
Perfectly fulfilled the will of the Father Established the Kingdom of Heaven on earth.
Revealed to man the eternal mysteries of God.
Showed us the way to human perfection.
Perfected the Old Commandments with the Commandment of Love.
Perfectly atoned for sin.
500
What does sanctifying grace allow us to do?
Allows us to live a supernatural life and accomplish supernatural goals; to love as God loves; transforms us to be more like Christ.
500
What do the sacraments call us to do? (three divine calls)
A call to personal holiness
A call to worship
A call to correct moral attitude