Chapter 8 Flashcards
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- Jeffrey
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Special encounters with Jesus Christ at key times during our journey of life.
Sacraments
The sacraments that confer a permanent character or seal so they are only celebrated once.
Baptism
Confirmation
Holy Orders
RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Adolescents and adults become disciples of Jesus and join the community of believers through a process called what?
RCIA
Where does the RCIA take place?
In the midst of the parish community.
What are the three steps of RCIA?
Catechumenate
Election
Initiation
We entered the church but stayed only until the end of the homily - after we are baptized, we will stay for the whole Mass.
Who are we?
Catechumens
Step 1
We wrote our names in the book of the elect
Who are we?
The elect
Step 2
Petitions and exorcisms.
Scrutinies
Prayers against the evil spirit that teach repentance, the mystery of sin, and how Christ the redeemer saved us
Exorcisms
What night do catechumens receive the sacrament of Initiation?
The night of the Easter vigil
Step 3
What is a sign of death and life? An entering into the death of Jesus and experiencing a new life of grace
Water
When are we anointed with chrism?
Confirmation
The months after initiation into the church to learn more about faith and how to live it
Mystagogy
What are the sacraments of Initiation?
Baptism
Confirmation
Eucharist
Why can you only be baptized once?
Because baptism marks you forever as a follower of Jesus.
What completes and fulfills Christian Initiation?
The Eucharist
How many times can you be confirmed?
Only once!
In what sacrament are your baptismal gifts deepened and perfected?
Confirmation
When does the spirit who came to the church at Pentecost come to you more fully?
Confirmation
What does Bishop do during Confirmation?
Lays his hands on you and anoints you with chrism and says be sealed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit
