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This document provides an introduction to the seven sacraments according to Catholic theology. It defines sacraments, explains their purpose of sanctification and salvation, and outlines the essential elements of each sacrament. The three sacraments of Christian initiation are also identified as Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Finally, the etymology of the word "sacrament" is given.

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This document provides an introduction to the seven sacraments according to Catholic theology. It defines sacraments, explains their purpose of sanctification and salvation, and outlines the essential elements of each sacrament. The three sacraments of Christian initiation are also identified as Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Finally, the etymology of the word "sacrament" is given.

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1.

SACRAMENTS: INTRODUCTION
The book is a complete explanation of
the Seven Sacraments.

INTRODUCTION
To purchase the Book, or for theological
inquiries (e-mails only), contact the author:
AUTHOR Rev. Fr. Paolo O. Pirlo, SHMI
EDITION 1st Edition, Manila, 15 August 2018
Solemnity of the Assumption
PUBLISHER Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate
Quality Catholic Publications
Isabella De Rosis St., Multinational
1708 Parañaque City, Philippines
Tel. (02) 828-2338, 828-9509
sonsmaryphil@yahoo.com
www.shmiqcp.com

Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate


2. A CATECHIST’S PRAYER
Loving Father, giver of all that is,
help me to remember that every
gift I have comes from you. Expand
my vision so that I can appreciate
your goodness in the world around
me.
Jesus, our Redeemer, you are
the path to the treasures of my
heart and soul. Strengthen my
commitment to be a catechist and
deepen my capacity to share your
truth with those in my care.
Holy Spirit, Love Divine, all
life and energy flows from you.
Illuminate my thoughts and
intensify my desire to grow ever
deeper in my faith.
I lift up my prayer to you, God
the Father, the Son, and the Holy
Spirit, in humility and hope. Amen.

Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate


3. INTRODUCTION: THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL
What are the Seven Sacraments?

 The Seven Sacraments are, “Efficient Signs of God’s Grace,


instituted by Christ for Man’s Sanctification and Salvation.”

1) SIGNS: The Sacraments are Signs because they are sensible


symbols of God’s Grace; for instance, in Baptism, the visible sign is
Water, the spiritual Grace is the pouring of the Holy Spirit.

2) EFFICIENT: They are Efficient, as opposite to “Ineffective,”


because they actualize the spiritual reality they represent.
Confirmation, actually imparts the Holy Spirit; and Penance, really
forgives sins.

3) OF GRACE: They transmit the Divine Grace: the Sanctifying


Grace, which is the Communion with God, is conferred by Baptism
and Penance; the Sacramental Grace, which is the Divine
Assistance in performing our duties, is bestowed by all Sacraments
in accordance with their specific purpose.

Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate


4. INTRODUCTION: THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL
When Did Jesus Institute the Sacraments?

1. BAPTISM: Before the Ascension, when He commanded to his Apostles: "Go, therefore,
and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the
Son, and of the Holy Spirit" (Matthew 28:19).

2. CONFIRMATION: After the Resurrection, when He breathed on the disciples gathered


in the Cenacle and said: "As the Father has sent me, so I send you. Receive the Holy
Spirit" (John 20:21-22).

3. EUCHARIST: During the Last Supper, when He took bread and wine and proclaimed:
"This is my Body, which will be given for you; do this in memory of me ... This chalice is
the new covenant in my Blood, which will be shed for you” (Luke 22:18-19).

4. PENANCE: After the Resurrection, when He declared to his Apostles: "Whose sins you
forgive are forgiven, and whose sins you retain are retained” (John 20:23).

5. ORDINATION: During the Last Supper, when He, having consecrated the Bread and
Wine, appointed his Apostles in these words: "Do this in memory of me" (Luke 22:19).

6. MATRIMONY: During the public ministry, when He declared: "A man shall leave his
father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.
Therefore what God has joined together, no human being must separate” (Mark 10:7-9).

7. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: After the Resurrection, when He commanded the Apostles:
"You will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover" (Mark 16:18).

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5. INTRODUCTION: THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL
What Are the Two Basic Purposes of the Sacraments?

1) SANCTIFICATION: 2) SALVATION:
The Sacraments augment Man’s Each Sacrament, in its specific
Sanctification, which is the process of manner, aims for the Salvation of
becoming closer to God, by Man, which is the act of entering
conferring the Divine Grace. Paradise. Anointing of the Sick, for
Penance, for instance, restores the instance, prepares us for a Holy
State of Grace lost by Mortal Sin. Death.

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6. INTRODUCTION: THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL
What Are the Three Essential Elements of Each Sacrament?
 Each Sacrament requires Three Essential Elements, without
which it is null and void.

MINISTER: MATTER: FORM:


He is the Person It is the Sensible It is the Formula used
administering the Element used for the in the celebration, such
Sacrament; for instance, Sacrament; for example, as in the Eucharist:
the Minister of the in the Eucharist it is the “This is my Body, this is
Eucharist is the Priest. Bread and Wine. my Blood.“

Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate


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8. INTRODUCTION: THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL
What Are the Three Sacraments of Christian Initiation?
 Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist are called the Sacraments of
Christian Initiation because they lay the foundations of Christian life.
 In the early centuries, these were received simultaneously;
nowadays, Baptism is celebrated as soon as possible after birth; the
Eucharist, at the age of reason; and the Confirmation after twelve.

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9. INTRODUCTION: THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL
What Is the Difference Between Sacraments and Sacramentals?

THE SEVEN SACRAMENTS THE SACRAMENTALS


are the Seven Channels of are Sacred Rites established by
Grace instituted by Christ for the Church to sanctify the
Man's sanctification and different circumstances, like
salvation, and cannot be Blessings and Rosaries, and
changed by human authority. may be changed or updated.

Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate


10. INTRODUCTION: THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL
What is the Etymology of the Word, “Sacrament”?

 The Word “Sacrament”


derives from the Latin
word Sacramentum,
meaning, “Consecrated;”
since these consecrated
the faithful to Christ.

 The Greek translation


of Sacrament is
“Mystery,” intended as,
“Sacred Rite.” Thus, the
Seven Sacraments, or the
Seven Mysteries, are,
“Sacred Rites that
Consecrate to Christ.”

Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate

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