Reading Quiz Flashcards
Sacrament
A sacred sign instituted by Christ to give grace. A visible sign of God’s invisible grace
Efficacious symbol
Christ being a work in the sacraments. A symbol that brings about what it points to
Seven sacraments
Baptism, reconciliation, eucharist, comfirmation, holy orders, matrimony, and annointing of the sick
Why is grace an undeserved gift of God
He owes us nothing. He created us and did it out of love for us.
Ex opera operato
From the work performed.
What are the three categories the sacraments are divided into
Sacraments of iniation, ministry/service, and healing
Sacramental character
A seal by which a christian is made a full member of the church
Which sacraments confer and sacramental character
Baptism, confirmation, and holy orderd
Sacramentals
Sacred signs which bear resemblance to the sacraments but are not. Incense, alter, holy days, etc
Two forms of exorcism
Simple- baptism
Major-priest must be granted permission