SACRAMENTS
Baptism
Welcomes a child as a new member of the church.
Presented by parents and God parents.
Cleanses us of original sin.
Anyone can perform a baptism
Symbol = water
Confirmation
Welcomes baptized members as adult members of the faith
Usually performed by a bishop or higher authority
Symbol = oil
Holy Communion
First accept the body and blood of Christ
Transubstantiation
Symbol = bread and wine
Reconciliation
Performed by a priest or higher
Receive penance
Symbol = confessional
Ask for forgiveness from your sins
Anointing of the Sick
Viaticum (Latin for “provision for the journey)
Last prayers given to Christians with terminal illness, a mortal wound, or awaiting execution
Symbol = oil
Marriage
Union of a man and woman
An expression of love and fidelity
Symbol = ring
Holy Orders
Priests, monks, nuns
Shows a commitment to the Faith
Symbols = celibacy, poverty, and obedience
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