A brief overview of the seven
Sacraments of the Catholic Church
and the purpose each serves.
Sacraments of the Catholic Church
and the purpose each serves.
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Sacraments of Initiation
Baptism is the beginning of the sacramental life of the Church.
Why, exactly, do Catholics have the practice of baptizing infants? What is the purpose of baptism and who can celebrate the sacrament of Baptism? These are questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101.”
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Bishop Barron on the Sacrament of Baptism
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Eucharist is the “source and summit of our faith”.
This video focuses on the Eucharist, explaining the connection between Original Sin, Christ’s death and Resurrection, and the Holy Mass.
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Catholic teens reflect on the profound gift of Jesus in the Eucharist.
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Confirmation
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Confirmation is meant to set people on fire with the Holy Spirit, precisely so that they in turn can set the world on fire. Once again, the gifts that they receive are not for them. Watch Bishop Barron on Confirmation and Evangelization |
Sacraments of Healing
Reconciliation celebrates the loving embrace of God when we turn toward him and away from our sins.
How do I go to Confession?
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The power of Confession
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Why do we have to confess our sins to a priest? Can’t we just pray to God for forgiveness? If I sin but no one is affected then can I say, “no harm, no foul?” These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101.”
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Anointing of the Sick prays for spiritual health and the strength to bear physical illness.
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Anointing of the Sick (who it’s for) Who can receive the Anointing of the Sick? How often? Where is it done? These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101.”
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Meet Caroline and Jack, two kids who have battled illness and received strength through the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
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Sacraments of Service
Marriage is a sacred bond that mirrors the unconditional and everlasting love that God has for all of his creation.
Why do we have to have a Catholic wedding? Why does it take so long to get married in the Church? Why does the Church insist we have children? These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101.”
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Fr. Steven Bell, CSP, answers more questions about getting married in the Catholic Church in this edition of “Sacraments 201.”
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Holy Orders is the continuation of the priesthood that Christ himself established
Join Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP, as he explains what Holy Orders are, what happens at an Ordination, and what it means to say yes to God. These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101.”
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