Unit 2

Sacraments of initiation

Baptism, confirmation, and holy communion.

Baptism

Welcomes us into the church, frees from original sin.

Confirmation

Strengthens us with the Holy Spirit.

Eucharist

Also known as holy communion.

Chrism

Perfumed oil blessed by the bishop.

Water in baptism

Symbolizes new life in God's grace.

White garment

Represents a new life with Christ.

Lighted candle

Symbolizes Jesus as the light of the world.

Laying on of hands

Signifies Holy Spirit's passing during confirmation.

Incarnation

Mystery of God becoming man in Jesus Christ.

Original sin

Sin of Adam and Eve passed to humanity.

Body of Christ

Refers to the church or people of God.

Maximilian Kolbe

Saint who sacrificed himself for another prisoner.

Rose Philippine Duchesne

Missionary to Potawatomi Indians, opened schools.

Conversion

Accepting God's grace, turning away from sin.

Apostles' Creed

Proclaims central truths of the Catholic faith.

Evangelize

Sharing the good news of salvation.

Saint Patrick

Kidnapped in early teens, used shamrock to teach.

Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Enable us to live according to God's will.

Wisdom

Helps know God's will for our lives.

Understanding

Enables knowing God's will for our lives.

Right judgment

Guides making good choices.

Courage

Strengthens us to witness and defend faith.

Knowledge

Recognizes God as most important in life.

Reverence

Encourages love and respect for God.

Wonder and awe

Fosters reverence for God and gratitude.

Saint Katherine Drexel

Born Nov 26, 1853, canonized in 2000.

Saint Patrick's feast day

Celebrated on March 17.

Saint Katherine's feast day

Celebrated on March 3.

Our Father

Central Christian prayer taught by Jesus.

Glory Be

Prayer praising the Holy Trinity.