religion sacraments of initiation

where was jesus baptized

jordan river

who baptized jesus

john the baptist

why is john reluctant to baptize jesus

he does not think he has sinned

what happens after jesus was baptized

a dove descends from the sky

what was the original purpose of baptism

trying to get rid of sins

what is the purpose of an initiation process (christianity)

prepare a person to become fully christian, teach beliefs, values, and practices and help develop relationship with god

what is the purpose of an initiation process

mark transition in life stage, help a person become part of a new group/role, create a sense of belonging

symbols in baptism

water and font, baptismal garment, candle, oil, and chrism

ruah

wing and breath of god

7 gifts of the holy spirit

wisdom, understanding, right judgement, courage, knowledge, reverence, and wonder and awe

wisdom

using god’s guidance to make good decisions

understanding

trying to act appropriately based on someone’s situation

right judgement

knowing the right thing to do and giving wise advice while recognizing your own limits

courage

knowing when to stand up for what is right

knowledge

understanding truths about god, faith, and the world

reverence

showing absolute respect towards god and others

wonder and awe

recognizing god’s greatness and feeling amazement for his power and creation

how did the apostles demeanor change before and after the holy spirit

fearful and in hiding before pentecost

received the holy spirit and became confident and filled with faith

eucharist translation

thanksgiving; agape

transubstantiation

transformation of bread and wine into the body and blood of jesus christ

not symbolic

when jesus celebrates the eucharist, what jewish celebration is he celebrating with his apostles

passover (seder meal)

shows jesus was a devout jewish man

what is the hopeful message of the pascal mystery

jesus’ suffering, death, resurrection, and ascension bring salvation and new life

sin and death do not have the final victory

what did the original sacrament of initiation look like

baptism, confirmation and eucharist were all received in same celebration during easter vigil

catechumen

a person preparing to become a christian by learning the faith and living in formation

mystagogy

time after a person becomes fully initiated into the church

new catholics reflect on sacraments and learn how to live as a christian