Lesson 4 to 9 - Sacraments of Initiation Flashcards
What are the 3 sacraments of initiation?
-Baptism
-Confirmation
-Eucharist
What is baptism?
The sacrament that marks spiritual cleansing, rebirth, and initiation into the faith, symbolized by the use of water.
What prayer is used in the ritual for baptism?
Baptismal blessing, which asks God to bless the water and cleanse the person being baptized.
How is baptism celebrated?
By immersion or pouring of water, with the words invoking the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
What responsibility do parents accept at Baptism?
To train their children in faith and teach them to follow God’s commandments.
Where does the Baptism ceremony begin?
At the church entrance, where parents and godparents gather with the one to be baptized.
What does the priest or deacon ask the parents?
The child’s name, their request from the Church, and if they’ll raise the child in faith.
How is the child greeted at Baptism?
With the Sign of the Cross by the priest or deacon, parents, and godparents.
What happens in the Celebration of God’s Word?
Scripture is proclaimed, making Jesus present and calling everyone to discipleship.
What is Confirmation?
The second Sacrament of Christian initiation, completing Baptism and strengthening us with the Holy Spirit.
What happens during Confirmation?
Renewal of baptismal promises, laying on of hands, and anointing with Chrism Oil by the bishop.
What is the purpose of Confirmation?
To confirm the fullness of the Holy Spirit and strengthen our commitment to Jesus’ mission.
What does the Laying On of Hands signify?
Receiving the Holy Spirit’s gifts and connection to Baptism
What does anointing with Chrism Oil represent?
Being sealed with the Holy Spirit, confirming the candidate’s faith.
What does the Sign of Peace symbolize?
The candidate’s unity and peace within the Church community
The candidate’s unity and peace within the Church community
