The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 154: Sacraments of Eternal Life (2025)
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Jun 3, 2025 Discover the profound significance of sacraments as gateways to eternal life. They’re not just rituals; they represent divine grace and a direct connection to the kingdom of God. Fr. Mike highlights how these sacred practices transform lives and encourage active participation in the Church. Delve into the essence of how sacraments prefigure our ultimate inheritance in heaven, inviting listeners to embrace the transformative power of their faith.
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Sacraments as Eternal Life Signs
- The sacraments make Christ's passion and eternal glory present to us now.
- They celebrate the Lord's mystery until his return, offering a foretaste of heaven.
Powerful Efficacy of Sacraments
- Sacraments are efficacious signs that actually mediate grace, not mere rituals.
- They make present the graces proper to each sacrament, like forgiveness in confession.
Baptismal Priesthood and Sacrifice
- All baptized share in Christ's priesthood and participate in offering sacrifice.
- We are called to active participation in the liturgy as a priestly community.
