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The Sacraments. Religion 08. Test Outline. What does solidarity mean? What is discernment? What is the story of Pentecost? What is the Trinity? Know all 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit. Match definitions/examples to the appropriate gift Provide your own examples of how to develop each - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
The SacramentsReligion 08
What does solidarity mean? What is discernment? What is the story of Pentecost? What is the Trinity? Know all 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit.
◦ Match definitions/examples to the appropriate gift◦ Provide your own examples of how to develop
each DO NOT memorize the fruits
◦ However, be able to provide examples from your life for them.
Test Outline
An outward sign and/or action representing God’s love and saving grace. Sacraments are living encounters with God.
In a broad sense, any person/event/thing through which you experience God’s presence in a new or deeper way could be called a sacrament.
Sacrament
Sacraments are highly symbolic. They were all instituted by Christ himself.
Sacraments “do” what they symbolize◦ Ex: Baptism symbolizes the soul being cleanses of
original sin. Which is what God is making happen.
Sacrament
There are 7 important events that the church celebrates. They are divided into three different types …
Sacraments of Initiation Sacraments of Service Sacraments of Healing
7 Sacraments
Baptism◦ Washes away original sin which was committed by
Adam and Eve. ◦ Also, your first initiation into the Catholic faith.
Sacraments of Initiation #1
Christ has called his death and resurrection a baptism.
Baptism is usually initiated by parents on behalf of their child. Godparents are chosen to help raise the child in the Catholic faith.
Baptisimal promises are made by parents and Godparents for us.
Sacrament of Initiation #1
Eucharist (Communion)◦ When we take part in the
Eucharist, we do three important things. Celebrate God’s love and
faithfulness Offer all that we are to God Commit ourselves to be at peace.
◦ Recall: Transubstantiation, consecration
Sacrament of Initiation #2
Confirmation◦ When you are accepted into the Catholic faith as an
adult.◦ The Holy Spirit comes to strengthen the gifts you
received at Baptism◦ Performed by the Bishop.
Sacrament of Initiation #3
When you are confirmed, you are saying that you fully understand the responsibility of being a Christian, and that you accept Christ and his teachings.
The word confirmation means strengthening
The person being confirmed chooses a sponsor, someone who will help them in their journey through the faith.
Sacrament of Initiation #3
#1. Laying on of the Hands◦ The bishop asks the Holy
Spirit to enter into that person.
Confirmation Procedure
#2: Annointing with oil
The candidate’s forehead is blessed with the sign of the cross. A special oil called “chrism”. It is a symbol of strength.
Confirmation Procedure
#3: A sponsor places a hand on the shoulder
#4: The bishop administers the sacrament
Confirmation Procedure
Water – Baptism - sign of cleansing and rebirth White garment – Baptism - means the person
is “clothed in Christ” Light – Baptism - sign that Christ brings light to
that person’s life Bread and Wine – Communion -Sign of our
thanks and of our wish to offer ourselves to God. Laying on of the Hands - Confirmation - Sign
of the gift of the Holy Spirit Oil – Confirmation -Sign of strength, beauty,
health, and healing
Symbols of Initation
Reconciliation The priest offers Jesus’ forgiveness to those
who have sinned and repented The point is to heal the relationship Sign of hope and wholeness
Sacrament of Healing #1
Anointing of the Sick Offered to all those who
are seriously sick to help heal them of things that hurt “on the inside” when they suffer
Helps sick people find God in their suffering
“Oil of chrism”.
Sacrament of Healing #2
VOCATION: A call from God to give one’s self for the sake of others
Everyone is called by God to use our gifts & talents for the benefit of others
The Sacraments of Service are given to the Church by Jesus to help us remember what it means to love generously and to help us teach the world about love
Marriage A man and woman make a covenant (a lifelong
commitment) Brings together a man and a woman as “one
flesh” – no longer separate, but one Establishes best possible atmosphere for having
& raising children The love of husband & wife is an image of the
absolute and unfailing love of God Married love is meant to be faithful & last
forever
Sacrament of Service #1
Holy Orders Involves a calling to dedicate your life to
God and His Teachings◦ 3 levels: Bishop, Priest, Deacon◦ 3 vows: Poverty, Chastity, Obedience
Seen as legitimate leaders with the Church Emphasis on dedicated, faithful service
Sacrament of Service #2
Clergyman who assists the bishops and priests
Ordained to service, not priesthood Ministers in different setting – parish, prisons,
hospitals, juvenile detention centres, etc Cannot consecrate the Host 3 fold role of service
◦ Charity – service to the community◦ Word – proclaims the Gospel, preaches homily◦ Liturgy – assists at Mass, Eucharistic minister,
administers Baptism, witnesses marriage, leads funeral services
Deacon
Community leader, messenger of hope & spiritual guide
Can celebrate all sacraments except confirmation (unless special dispensation granted)
Priests orders involve:◦ The call – answer of their own will to the vocation◦ The Instructions – the obligations of a priest◦ The Bestowal of the Order – process of becoming
a priest◦ Prayers – asking for guidance and strength
Priest
Ordained minister who holds the fullness of priesthood
Spiritual leader to the diocese Can celebrate all the sacraments Duties of a diocesan bishop include:
◦ Teach – oversee preaching of the Gospel & Catholic education
◦ Sanctify – oversee & provide for the administration of the sacraments
◦ Govern – legislate, administer and act as judge for Canon Law within diocese
Bishop
Religious Brothers◦ Lay Christian who commits himself to Christ &
Christian community◦ Lives in a religious community that centers his life◦ Cannot celebrate a sacraments, but can take part in
Religious Sisters (Nuns)◦ Catholic women religious who spend their life
servicing Christ and caring for those in need◦ Nuns: take solemn vows & are cloistered ◦ Sisters: take simple vows and live a life governed
by the mission of their order/congregation Consecrated Singles
◦ Make a personal commitment to serve God and God’s people through love
Other Vocations