Exploring the rich symbolism and history behind the various anointings with oil in the sacraments, including pre-baptismal anointing, anointing of the sick, and the significance of post-baptismal anointing in confirmation and ordination. The chapter also delves into the historical evolution of the sacrament of confirmation, its unity with the bishop, and the profound symbolism of oil as a means of purification, empowerment, healing, and dedication.
Together, with Fr. Mike, we continue our examination of the sacrament of Confirmation, specifically the two Traditions and different signs of Confirmation. Fr. Mike unpacks the differences in the two Traditions, East and West, in the celebration of Confirmation. He also explores the different signs that oil and anointing in the sacrament of Confirmation can signify. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1290-1296.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
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