The Sacraments Flashcards
1
Q
What happens during a Baptism?
A
- Candidate is baptised with water
- Then is wrapped in a white garment
2
Q
Why is Baptism important?
A
- Welcomes people into the religion
- Cleanses people from Original Sin
3
Q
What happens during Reconciliation?
A
- Candidate confesses sins whilst priest listens
- The contrition (sorrow for sins) happens and then absolution (sins are taken away)
4
Q
Why is Reconciliation important?
A
- Grave sins are forgiven (serious)
- Venial sins are forgiven (minor)
5
Q
What happens during the Eucharist?
A
- Transubstantiation takes place (bread & wine changes into body & blood of Jesus)
6
Q
Why is the Eucharist important?
A
- We receive Jesus
- Venial sins are forgiven when we receive
the eucharist
7
Q
What happens during Confirmation?
A
- Bishop lays hands on the Confirmed person.
- Anointed with oil of Chrism (sign of being claimed by Christ)
8
Q
Why is Confirmation important?
A
- They become an adult member of the Church
- They are sealed with the Holy Spirit
9
Q
What happens during Marriage?
A
- Exchanging vows/rings
10
Q
Why is Marriage important?
A
- A man and woman are joined together for life by God
- They promise to be faithful to each other until ‘death do us part’
11
Q
What happens during Holy Orders (Ordained a priest)?
A
- Bishop lays hands on the ordained man.
- Anointed with oil
12
Q
Why is Holy Orders so important?
A
- A man becomes a priest
- They can now celebrate the sacraments
13
Q
What happens during the Anointing of the Sick?
A
- Prayers are said for healing
- Hands and forehead are anointed with oil
14
Q
Why is the Anointing of the Sick so important?
A
- It prepares the soul to meet God
- Prayers are said for healing
- Prepares the person to face death
