Essential Rites of Baptism
Where is the Chrism Oil placed on the recipient?
on the crown of their head
What is Chrism Oil?
perfumed oil consecrated by the bishop and used for anointing in the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders
Which symbol represents the light of Christ?
candle
What type of sacrament is Baptism?
Initiation
Who baptized Jesus?
St. John the Baptist
What takes place in the blessing of water?
Celebrants calls the holy spirit to bless the water
What is Original Sin?
sin that all humans share which is initiated by and inherited from Adam and Eve
Which symbol reminds us of Jesus’s death, resurrection, and salvation?
sign of the cross
What is one symbol of matrimony?
rings, vows, unity candle
Where was Jesus baptized?
the Jordan River
What takes place in the Word of God?
Multiple scripture readings and responsorial psalms from the Easter Vigil
What is Baptism of Blood?
the belief that martyrs – people who died for their faith in Jesus – who had not yet been baptized by water may receive forgiveness of their sins and experience God’s saving mercy
What does the white garment represent?
"putting on" Christ, purity
What is the main symbol of reconciliation?
three acts of Penance
Who descended upon Jesus and in what form?
the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove
What does the Essential Rite of Baptism signify?
death, purification, regeneration, and renewal
What is the Oil of Catechumens?
olive oil that is blessed by a bishop at the Chrism Mass on or around Holy Thursday and used to anoint those preparing for Baptism
Which symbol represents spiritual rebirth?
Baptismal font
How many sacraments are there and what are they?
7 (Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick)
What was happening right before Jesus’ baptism in one of the four Gospels? (Pick one of the four)
Can answer as:
Matthew: John the Baptist began to preach in Judea and more people started to come to him to be baptized.
Mark: Jesus was being brought to the river to be baptized.
Luke: Jesus is preparing for his public ministry and John is preparing for the coming of the messiah.
John: John the Baptist was being questioned by the Pharisees for why he was baptizing people.
What does the Word of God signify?
God initiates your relationship with him
What does proper disposition mean?
We must not only have intentions to receive the promised graces, but be in the proper spiritual condition to receive them?
What is another word for the oil used to anoint the recipient?
Sacred chrism
What is the meaning behind Holy Orders?
the acceptance of new life and answering a calling from God
What does the word “Baptism” mean and what language does it come from?
“Plunge” or “Immerse”, comes from Greek.