1st quiz Flashcards
sacraments of initiation
baptism
eucharist
confirmation
sacraments of ministry
matrimony
ministry
sacraments of healing
reconciliation
anointing of the sick
sign
-refers to specific thing
-usually one meaning
-easily understood
symbol
-object/action that points to another reality
-deeper mystery
-web of meaning
a way in which we enter into the greatest mystery (Christ)
ritual
-words/actions for a ceremony
-repeated
-can be simple/complex
the paschal mystery is the _ of every sacrament
core
importance of symbols/rituals
-unify
-Tangible way of expressing intangible realities
-Transcend everyday experience and point toward deeper
meaning
transition rituals
new states in life
intensification rituals
reinforce community beliefs and practices
humans experience the world through our
senses
-we are sensate
material signs in the sacraments
baptism: water
confirmation: oil
eucharist: bread, wine
reconciliation: oral confession
holy orders: laying on of hands
marriage: exchange of vows
anointing of the sick: oil, laying on of hands
paschal mystery
-Core of Every Sacrament
-We celebrate and participate in it by letting go of our former self (dying) and living a life in Christ (rising)
Jesus is
greatest sign and symbol of God’s love for us
Church is
sacrament of God’s life and love
