the seven signs looking at the seven sacraments of the church
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The Seven SignsLooking at the seven sacraments of the Church
Baptism
This is a sacrament of initiationThat means belonging
For Catholics it usually occurs when we are a little baby But older children and adults also receive
the sacrament You need to be Baptised before you
receive any other sacrament
The Symbols that are used
Water
Poured
New life
The Symbols that are used
White garment
Dressed
New person
The Symbols that are used
Oil
Anointed
Strength
The Symbols that are used
Candle
Lit
Christ
The Gift
Welcome to the Community of Christ
Confirmation
This is the second sacrament of initiation It occurs before First Eucharist in the
Wellington diocese it is an acknowledgement of the coming
of the Holy Spirit Usually it is given by the Bishop
The Symbols that are used
Laying on of hands
Blessing
Touched
The Symbols that are used
Chrism oil
Strength forthe journey
Anointed
The Gift
Strengthening our relationship with God Holy Spirit gives the grace to be strong
Christians
Eucharist
The third Initiation sacrament Once we have been prepared and
received Eucharist for the first time we can receive communion at every Mass that we go to
The Symbols that are used
Bread and Wine
Taken Blessed
Broken Shared
Signifies
Food and drink for the journey
Gift
Nourishment so that we grow in God’s life and have strength to go out and live a good Christian life
Penance
Also referred to as Reconciliation Confession
A sacrament of healingOften opportunities given during Advent
and Lent
Symbols Uses
Laying on of hands
Forgiveness
Touch
The Gift
Reconciles people and helps them change their lives
Allows people to know God’s unconditional love
Anointing
Used to only occur when someone was close to dying but is now given when there is need for comfort and support
A sacrament of healing
Symbols Used
Oil
Strength
Anointed
Symbols that are used
Laying on of hands
Flexibilitysoothing
Touch
The Gift
Spiritual strength, peace and courage
Marriage
The couple getting married give the sacrament to themselves
The Priest acts as the official Church witness
A sacrament of commitment
The Symbols
Rings
Unity
Exchanged them
The Gift
Love for each other will grow and thy will be loving parents
Holy Orders
This is when a man is made a priest A Sacrament of commitment The Bishop always confers this
sacrament
The symbol that is used
Touch
Ministry
Laying on of hands
The Gift
To serve the people of God To celebrate the sacramentsTo witness to God’s love in the world
Acknowledgments
Compiled by Sr Sian Owen rsj for the Archdiocese of Wellington Secondary schools
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