| Sacraments are the perceptible signs through
which Christ communicates His grace.
There are seven sacraments available.
Catholics most often avail themselves of two:
 The Eucharist (receiving the Body and Blood of Christ
in the form of bread and wine, putting one in “Communion” with
God) is received daily by many, weekly by millions.
Penance (confessing all your sins/imperfections to God through
the person of the Priest, and receiving forgiveness from the Priest through
the authority of God) weekly by many, twice yearly by most; available at any
time on request.
Anointing of the sick is available not only for those who are
near death, but also for all who feel the need.
There are three one-time-only sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation and Holy
Orders. Many converts have been surprised to learn that
if they had been baptized in some other Christian denomination, there
was no need to repeat that ritual as they became Catholics.
Matrimony is a vow between two
people to love and support one another for life. The sacrament brings the grace of God into
the contract, to add strength and consolation to that bond. In the
event of the death of one partner, or an annulment, a Catholic may receive
this sacrament more than once. |