Sacraments and God's Grace, Unit 2, Chapter 3

Sacrament of Baptism

The first of the Seven Sacraments and one of the Sacraments of Initiation by which one becomes a Church member.

common priesthood of the faithful

The name for the priesthood shared by all who are baptized.

Original Sin

The sin of Adam and Eve, who disobeyed God's command and lost their original holiness; the fallen state of human nature.

Sacred Chrism

Perfumed olive oil consecrated by the bishop and used for anointing in the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders.

indelible character

What makes the office of bishop permanent?

Sacraments of Initiation

Category of sacraments that includes Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist.

water

What element from the Old Testament is seen in many examples of the roots of Baptism?

the River Jordan

A symbol of Baptism linked to the Israelites crossing into the Promised Land and John the Baptist baptizing Jesus.

priest or deacon

The ordinary celebrant of the Sacrament of Baptism.

Christ

This word means "anointed"; during Baptism, we are anointed and incorporated as Priest, Prophet, and King.