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Catholic Christianity: Living the Catholic Life

The seven sacraments and the sacramental nature of reality

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The sacramental nature of reality, Catechism 1210 and 1211 and how the seven are grouped, Baptism and its symbols, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Protestant and Orthodox practice.

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How does the Catechism (1211) group the seven sacraments?

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What happens in the sacrament of Confirmation?

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How do most Protestant Churches differ from Catholics about the sacraments?

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  1. 1

    What do Catholics mean by the sacramental nature of reality?

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    Catholics believe the whole of creation can reveal the presence of God. Ordinary things such as water, bread and oil can become signs of God's grace.

  2. 2

    What is a sacrament?

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    A sacrament is an outward sign, instituted by Christ, that gives the grace it signifies. The Catechism calls the sacraments “efficacious signs of grace”.

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    What does the Catechism teach in paragraph 1210 about the seven sacraments?

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    The Catechism says the seven sacraments touch all the stages and important moments of Christian life. The sacraments mirror the stages of natural life, from birth to healing and mission.

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    How does the Catechism (1211) group the seven sacraments?

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    The sacraments of initiation are Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist. The sacraments of healing are Reconciliation and the Anointing of the Sick. The sacraments of service are Holy Orders and Matrimony.

  5. 5

    What is the meaning and effect of Baptism?

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    Baptism washes away original sin and welcomes a person into the Church. The baptised person is born into new life as a child of God.

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    What symbols are used in Catholic Baptism and what do they mean?

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    Water poured three times symbolises cleansing and new life. The white garment symbolises purity, and the lit candle symbolises the light of Christ.

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