Seven Sacraments Knowledge Review

These flashcards cover the key concepts and essential information regarding the Seven Sacraments of the Catholic faith.

What event did the practice of Catholics gathering on Sundays to celebrate the Eucharist begin at?

The Last Supper

What are the sacraments of initiation in the Catholic Church?

Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation

What is considered the center of the Catholic faith?

The Eucharist

Who baptizes people in the Catholic Church?

Priests, and in emergencies, anyone can if necessary.

How many times can a Catholic get married?

Once, unless widowed or annulled.

True or False: The sacrament of Anointing of the Sick used to be called Extreme Unction.

True

What is the purpose of the sacrament of Confirmation?

To stir up the Holy Spirit, strengthen faith, and complete initiation into the faith.

What sacraments use holy oils?

Baptisms, Confirmations, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick.

During what part of the Mass do bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ?

Consecration

Who were the first followers of Jesus to serve in the role of bishops?

The apostles

True or False: You have to be a baby to be baptized.

False

In confession, who does the priest act in place of?

Jesus

When can Catholics receive the Anointing of the Sick?

If their health is at risk.

What type of sin requires you to go to confession before receiving Communion?

Mortal sin.

True or False: Confirmation is a 'second Baptism' because you get dunked in water again.

False

What do we renew at Mass every time we recite the Creed?

Baptismal vows.

How often are Catholics obliged to attend Mass?

Every Sunday and holy day of obligation.

Who is the celebrant for the sacrament of Holy Orders?

Bishop.

What are the two official daily liturgies celebrated in Catholicism?

Liturgy of the Eucharist (Mass) and Liturgy of the Hours.

True or False: If you don’t genuflect before sitting down before Mass, you have committed a venial sin.

False.

What must Catholics do when they enter a church for Sunday Mass?

Bless themselves with holy water.

What do priests say when offering Holy Communion at Mass?

The Body of Christ.

What is the first sacrament every Catholic receives?

Baptism.

True or False: Missing Mass on Sunday without a good reason is a sin.

True.

What sacrament do Catholics receive to forgive their sins before their first Communion?

Penance.

Who was the first person to receive Jesus into her body?

The Blessed Virgin Mary.

Who was born on the first Christmas?

Jesus.

What did the magi bring to the baby Jesus?

Valuable gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

What season in the Church helps Catholics prepare for Christmas?

Advent.

True or False: Jesus was born in a palace because he was a king.

False.