1. Sacraments Introduction
Objectives
1. Define “Sacrament”
2. Be able to list the 7 Sacraments
3. List the purpose of the sacraments
4. Know the definition of matter, form, and minister
5. Differentiate sanctifying from actual grace.
6. Define “sacramental character”

2. What is a Sacrament? Outward Sign Instituted by Christ
Something seen, heard, felt
Instituted by Christ
Found in the work/teaching of Jesus
Gives or transmits grace
The grace acts in the way signified by the signs

3. For each sacrament Matter Form Minister Effects Action performed
What is said
Minister
The one who visibly presides at the liturgy
Effects
What action does the grace accomplish

4. Purpose of the Sacraments
Sanctify
Increase our holiness
If we put no obstacle in the way
Build the Body of Christ
In number
In strength of each member
Serve as worship
As it is Christ who works in each

5. Sacraments There are 7 Baptism Confirmation Eucharist Penance
Anointing
Marriage
Holy Orders
Sacraments of Initiation
Sacraments of Healing
Sacraments of Vocation

6. Grace Sanctifying Actual From the Paschal Mystery
The life of the Trinity within us
Makes us a member of the Divine Family
Totally unmerited we don’t deserve it!
Even if the minister is in a state of sin!
Actual
The strength God gives us in a particular temptation or moment of need

7. Sacramental Character
An invisible seal or mark that:
Configures us to Christ
Distinguishes us perpetually
Helps us to cooperate with the grace of the sacrament
Three sacraments:
Baptism
Confirmation
Holy Orders

8. Quiz 1. What two things make up the outward sign of a sacrament?
2. Only a priest or deacon can administer a sacrament. T/F
3. A permanent mark or seal after reception of a sacrament is called:
4. The invisible minister of each sacrament is:
5. This grace is a temporary aid or strength:
6. A priest in a state of mortal sin cannot administer valid sacraments. T/F
7. List the seven sacraments.
8. Why can Confirmation only be received validly once?
9. Marriage and Holy Orders are both called sacraments of _______

9. Fasting?
Skip 5th period and pray the rosary in the chapel. (When this is 5th)
Silence from the end of the tardy bell until after prayer
Shut off the TV, Radio, Computer 15 min early each night and pray for our nation
Your ideas?
Do I have to?