The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 151: The Seven Sacraments (2025)
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May 31, 2025 Discover the richness of the seven sacraments as pathways of grace offered by Christ. Explore how the baptismal priesthood connects with ministerial roles, emphasizing service and community. Dive into the historical roots of confession and its evolution in Church practices. Unpack the vital relationship between the sacraments and the Holy Spirit, illustrating how these rituals strengthen our bond with the divine. Gain insights on how the Church's understanding reflects a journey of growth and deepening faith.
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Sacraments Originate from Christ
- The seven sacraments were all instituted by Jesus Christ as powers from His body, the Church.
- They manifest communion with the triune God and act through the Holy Spirit within the Church's life.
Organic Growth of Sacramental Understanding
- The Church has gradually recognized and entrusted the sacraments as a treasured dispensation, guided by the Holy Spirit.
- Like Scripture and doctrine, the understanding of sacraments has organically grown over centuries.
Baptismal Priesthood vs Ministerial Priesthood
- Baptism and confirmation confer baptismal priesthood, enabling believers to participate in Christ's mission.
- Ministerial priests serve this baptismal priesthood, acting as servant-leaders rather than lords over the faithful.