Seven Sacraments

Seven Sacraments

1. Baptism

   • Is one of the initiation sacraments
     • Represents cleansing of sins and rebirth
   • Water symbolizes our sins being washed away
   • Purity and Jesus Christ are represented by white garments

2. Eucharist

   • Initiation sacrament
     • Unites us to Jesus' sacrifice at the cross
     • The transfer of the bread and wine to the body and blood of Christ is called transubstantiation
     • We celebrate God's love and faithfulness

3. Confirmation

   • An initiation sacrament
     • Is the completion of baptism
     • When one is confirmed they receive the full outpouring of the Holy Spirt

4. Reconciliation

   • We are healed
     • Christ forgives sinners
       • Sinners are offered strength and courage to rebuild relationships
     • Our sins are confessed

5. Anointing of the Sick

   • Is offered to the elderly, people suffering from serious illness, those who are having major surgery and people that are dying
   • The body is anointed and the person is prayed for

6. Matrimony

   • Matrimony is meant to be a covenant and a life long commitment
     • Rings and candles are a symbol of marriage
     • Marriage brings unity and procreation

7. Holy Orders

   • People who don't receive matrimony are called to be members of the church that minister
     • This includes: Deacons, Priests and Bishops
       • There are also religious nuns and brothers
     • These people takes vows of chastity and obedience
   • The laying on of hands and anointing with oil are symbols of the Holy Orders