Sacraments
The seven sacraments – Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, Reconciliation, Marriage, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick – are the life of the Catholic Church. Each sacrament is an outward sign of an inward grace. In worship, we give to God that which we owe Him; in the sacraments, He gives us the graces necessary to live a truly human life.
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Baptism
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, …” (Matthew 28:19)
Eucharist
“This is the bread that comes down from heaven so that one may eat it and not die…” (John 6:50)
Reconciliation
“If we acknowledge our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from every wrongdoing.” (1 John 1:19)
Anointing
“Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters of the church, …” (James 5:14)
Confirmation
“…Then they began laying their hands on them, and they were receiving the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 8:17)
Holy Orders
“…pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.” (Ephesians 4:11-12)
Marriage
“…and the two shall become one flesh. …” (Genesis 2:24)