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Page 1: Introduction to the Sacraments The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth, Third Edition Document #: TX003148 Chapter 17

Introduction to the Sacraments

The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth, Third Edition

Document #: TX003148

Chapter 17

Page 2: Introduction to the Sacraments The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth, Third Edition Document #: TX003148 Chapter 17

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Symbol

• A symbol is the comparison of something concrete and something abstract or invisible.

• What are some things a bridge could symbolize?

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• What are some things bread could symbolize?

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Ritual

• A ritual is a symbolic action.

• What could the action of saluting the flag symbolize?

• What could the action of giving a spouse a wedding ring symbolize?

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In your various experiences of the Church’s worship, what symbol or ritual means the most to you? Why?

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Sacraments Are More Than Symbols

• Sacraments are not simply human-made symbols or rituals.

• Jesus himself acts in the Sacraments.

• The Sacraments effect change in us and in the world.

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Grace

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• The free and undeserved gifts we receive from God

• The experience of being loved as a child of God

• Grace empowers us to live lives of love in service to God and others.

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Seven Ways God’s Grace Is Active

• We are brought to new life.

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• We are strengthened by the Holy Spirit.

• We share in Jesus’ sacrifice, death, and Resurrection.

• Our sins are forgiven.

• We are healed of illnesses.

• We may serve others through a special call to minister in the Church.

• We may share love and the creation of new life in marriage.

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Penance and Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick = Sacraments of Healing

Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist = Sacraments of Christian Initiation

Holy Orders and Matrimony = Sacraments at the Service of Communion

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How do you prepare for and actively participate in the Sacraments?

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