Initiation Sacraments

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4 Parts of Liturgy

Answer 1

Introductory Rites
Liturgy of the Word
Liturgy of Eucharist
Concluding Rites

Question 2

Introductory Rites

Answer 2

Gathering, greeting, and preparation for worship.

Question 3

Liturgy of the Word

Answer 3

Reading Scripture, the homily, and intercessions.

Question 4

Liturgy of the Eucharist

Answer 4

The offering, consecration, and communion.

Question 5

Concluding Rites

Answer 5

Sending forth with a blessing to live the faith.

Question 6

Baptism

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Entrance into Christian Community
> First Sacrament of initiating individuals into Church and cleasing Original Sin

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Symbols of Baptism

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Water: Cleansing of sin and rebirth.
Oil: Strength and sealing with the Holy Spirit.
White Garment: Purity and new life in Christ.
Paschal Candle: Christ as the light of the world, guiding the baptized.

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Confirmation

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Strengthens baptismal grace and deepens one’s relationship with Holy Spirit

Question 9

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

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Includes catechesis, spiritual formation, and sacraments at Easter Vigil

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Importance of Chrism Oil

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Blessed by bishop, symbolizing Holy Spirit’s presence, consecration, and mission to bear witness to Christ

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Eucharist

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Source and Summit of our lives
> Unites all believers with Christ’s sacrifice

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Names for Eucharist

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Breaking of Bread: Reflects early Christian practice and sharing in Christ’s body.
Holy Communion: Signifies unity with Christ and the Church.
The Lord’s Supper: Remembrance of the Last Supper.

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Shape of Eucharistic Prayer

Answer 13

Preface
Epiclesis
Institution Narrative
Anamnesis
Intercesion and Doxology

Question 14

Preface

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Thanksgiving and praise.

Question 15

Epiclesis

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Calling the Holy Spirit to sanctify the gifts of bread and wine

Question 16

Institution Narrative

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Recalling Jesus’ words at the Last Supper.

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Anamnesis

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Memorial of Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection.

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Intercessions and Doxology

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Prayers for the Church and praise of God.

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Effects of Eucharist

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Deepens unity with Christ.
Strengthens grace received at Baptism.
Inspires service and love for others.

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Concupiscence

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The inclination to sin, even after Baptism, due to human weakness.

Question 21

Confirmation

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A sacrament that completes Baptism and strengthens the Holy Spirit’s gifts.