Advanced Theology III: Chapter 2 Vocabulary Quiz - "Confirmation"

Apostolate

the activity of each Christian that fulfills the apostolic nature of the whole Church by working to extend the reign of Christ to the entire world. Evangelization

Chrism

it is oil mixed with balsam, signifying the gift of the Holy Spirit, which is consecrated by a bishop.

On what day is the Chrism consecrated?

Holy Thursday

Chrism Mass

the Mass at which a bishop consecrates the Sacred Chrism and blesses the Oil of Catechumens, and the Oil of the Sick to be used for liturgical anointings.

Confirmation

it completes and confirms sanctifying grace first received at Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts and seal of the Holy Spirit.

Divine Filiation

a child of God.

Fruits of the Holy Spirit

perfections that the Holy Spirit forms in us as the first fruits of eternal glory. The tradition of the Church lists twelve of them: charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, chastity.

Gifts of the Holy Spirit

the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are wisdom, understanding, counsel (right judgment), fortitude (courage), knowledge, piety (reverent love), fear of the Lord (wonder and awe/holy fear). These gifts are given to Christians to assist them in following Christ and are conferred in a special way in the Sacrament of Confirmation.

What do the Gifts of the Holy Spirit specifically given do Christians?

Assist them in following Christ and are conferred in a special way in Sacrament of Confirmation

Laying on of Hands

the ritual act, going back to the Old Testament, whereby men were consecrated for sacred duties. From the New Testament onward, it has been the action used to ordain men to the priesthood.

What Sacrament does the Laying on of Hands go for?

Holy Orders

Pentecost

fifty days after Jesus' Resurrection, the Holy Spirit was manifested, given, and communicated to the Church fulfilling the mission of Christ. This is the "birthday" of the Church.

Seal

a permanent mark which is imprinted on the soul by the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders.

Through what sacraments do you obtain a seal

Confirmation Baptism Eucharist