Terms
From the Latin origo, meaning “beginning” or “birth.” ...the fallen state of human nature that affects every person born into the world, except Jesus and Mary.
Original Sin
The age of reason
7
the color worn at baptism
During the first period, a person interested in the Catholic Church is known as an...
inquirer
Jesus' word for the Holy Spirit
Advocate
An unbaptized person who is preparing for full initiation into the Catholic Church by engaging in formal study, reflection, and prayer.
catechumen
Person who supports the candidate
sponsor
The location of Jesus' baptism
River Jordan
Normally, RCIA candidates receive the Sacraments on this occasion
Easter Vigil
Synonym for Effects of a Sacrament
gifts
A period of catechesis following the reception of the Sacraments of Christian Initiation that aims to more fully initiate people into the mystery of Christ.
Mystagogy
the essential rite; oil consecrated by bishop
Sacred Chrism
baptism comes from the Greek word meaning...
to plunge
During the last period after Easter, the new Christian is known as a...
neophyte
The name for the priesthood shared by all who are baptized
the common priesthood
Three Sacraments that initiate, or welcome us, into the life of Christ and the life of the Church: Baptism, Confirmation,
Sacraments of Initiation
wisdon, understanding, right judgement (counsel), courage (fortitude), knowledge, reverence (piety), wonder & awe (fear of the Lord)
the other name for the Easter Candle symbolizing the Risen Christ
the Paschal Candle
Following the Rite of Election, the candidates are known as the...
elect
The office of bishop is permanent because at ordination, the bishop is marked with this, which is indelible and sacred
character
The uninterrupted passing on of apostolic preaching and authority from the Apostles directly to all bishops.
Apostolic Succession
Name 6 of the 12 Fruits of the Holy Spirit
charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, chastity
Someone who dies because of their faith in Christ but has not yet received the Sacrament
Baptism by Blood
The elect participate in 3 of these during Lent to strengthen their faith
scrutinies
A special gift or grace of the Holy Spirit
charism