a » A ¢ Ou Corpus Christi in conjunction with Th of St Thomas in Houston Fall Semester 2009Spiritual Communion of St Alphonsius of Ligouri Lee me MeL Lag Te yet Ce oll Sacrament. | love Thee above all things, and | desire to possess Thee within my soul. Since | am unable now to receive Thee PS Cee Wl Emr L a spiritually into my heart. | embrace Thee as being already there, and unite myself wholly to Thee; never eT OME) Le Riel By 1This time we will cover: The Sacraments of Initiation and HealingSECTION TWO THE SEVEN SACRAMENTS OF THE CHURCH viaine Chapter One: Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist Chapter Two: Sacraments of Healing: Penance and Anointing ofThe Eucharist is the source, summit, and center of the Ghristian life and “occupies a unique place as the “Sacrament of sacraments’ ‘All other sacraments are ordered to it as to their end.” mm... £CHAPTER ONE THE SACRAMENTS OF INITIATION a 2 Soe The sacraments of Christian initiation = Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist - lay the foundations of every Christian life. “The sharing in the divine nature given to men through the grace of Christ beats a certain likeness to the origin, development, and noutishing of natural life.ARTICLE 1 THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM I. WHAT IS THIS SACRAMENT CALLED? Baptism ~ Greek baptizein -washing of regeneration by the Holy Spirit -enlightenment -rebirth or being born again ie. aII. BAPTISM IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION “Water was created and the Spirit of the Lord hovered over the waters -Noah survived the earth’s baptism or cleansing in the ark -Circumcision of Abraham and sons implies a circumcision of the heart “Ihe Israelites crossing of the Red Sea is a preeminent figure of baptism z -Crossing of the Jordan into the promised land ..II. BAPTISM IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION Christ’s baptism- Christ baptized the waters with the power of his incarnation, thus drawing all people into himself, obtaining the grace for the baptized Baptism in the Church- St John the Baptist prepared for the Baptism of Jesus “Jesus had his disciples baptizing St Peter had those,who believed, “repent and be baptized S bIII. How IS THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM CELEBRATED? Christian Initiation- with a period of instruction either before (adults) or after (children). This period was called catechumenate by the early Chruch and has been reinstated by Vatican IT. The Mystagogy of the Celebration- sign of the cross, proclamation of the Word, exorcism(s), laying on of hands, profession of faith and the Solemn Vows of Baptism, blessing Of water, essential rite: “I baptize you ; im the Name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, anointing with sacred chrism, (Confirmation), investature of alb, lighting of candlé (First Holy Communion), solemn blessing, presentation of new Christians, eating of casserole (only in the midwest).IV. WHO CAN RECEIVE BAPTISM? The Baptism of Adults- anyone who has not yet been alidly baptized. The Baptism of Infants- we believe that the sacrament is not about what we do but about what God does. Since it is not primarily a human act, we bring the little ones to Jesus. The apostolic Church baptized whole "households" (Acts 16:33; 1 Cor. 1:16), a term encompassing children and infants fas well as servants. While these texts do \not specifically mention—nor exclude—infants, the very use of the) term "households" indicates an understanding of the family as a unit. Even one believingyparent in a household makes the children and even the unbelieving spouse "holy" (1 Cor. 7:14). -V. WHO CAN BAPTISE | Anyone with the intention| of the Church with the emergency formula: ““I baptize you | fa the Name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.”VI. THE NECESSITY OF BAPTISM Baptism is necessary for salvation, “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved; hoever does not believe will be condemned.” (Mk 16:16) “Amen, amen, I say to you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit.” Jn 3:5). “Do not let the spirit of relativism diminish missionary Zeal. -God saves in virtue of the sacraments because they are actions of Christ: salvation happens | through Paptsm of desire or blood i essesARTICLE 2 THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION I. IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION te i Prophet, Kingly and Priestly power of the Spirit: -the prophets of the old covenant were anointed -the kings were anointed by a holy man F -priests were anointed with oil Laying on of hands was a sign of the’transfer of the Holy Spirit to a person East and West- In the East they confirm with baptism, in the west at the age of adulthoodI. THE SIGNS AND RITE OF ee ye? Anointing signifies a spiritual seal -oil has been a sign of health, joy, good food and fullness, preservation blessing, unction and anointing of the Holy Spirit The Celebration of Confirmation- consecration of the sacred chrism on Holy Thursday, renewal of Baptismal promises, profession of faith, laying on of hands or the extending of hands, prayer of consecration, essential rite: “Accipe signaculum doni Spiritus Sancti,” sign of peaceIII. EFFECTS OF CONFIRMATION Om -Deeper filiation of God the Father -Personal pentecost, or Gift of the Holy Spirit in relationship- -7 gifts and 12 fruits of the Holy Spirit -unites us more firmly to Christ -renders our bond with the Church more perfect -given missionary mandate to defend and protect the Church militant -sacred character, indelible mark -IV. WHO CAN RECEIVE THIS SACRAMENT? -Every baptized person not yet confirmed -Bishop or Bishops Conference determines the age -In the East at the same time of baptism and Holy Communion -any baptized person in danger of death 4 ‘anV. THE MINISTER OF CONFIRMATION = ww -Original minister is the bishop or one who has been given faculties to administer -priests give it at the Easter Vigil -in the East, priests ordinarily give it because it is administered the same time as baptism ‘aARTICLE 3 THE SACRAMENT OF THE EUCHARIST "At the Last Supper, on the night he was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic, sacrifice of his Body and Blood. This he did in order to perpetuate th sacrifice of the cross throughout the ages until he should come again, and so to entrust to_his beloved Spouse, the Church, a memorial of His death and resurrection: a sacrament of love, a sign of unity, a bond of charity, a Paschal banquet 'in which Christ is consumed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of, future glory is given to us.” . . Wee a. +, -£I. THE EUCHARIST - SOURCE AND SUMMIT OF ECCLESIAL LIFE tt tt The Eucharist is "the source and summit of the Christian life."134 "The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it. For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself, our Pasch." "The Eucharist is the efficacious sign and sublime cause of that ‘communion in the divine life and that unity of the People o God by which the Church is kept in being. It is the culmination both of God's action sanctifying the world in Christ and of the-worship men offer to Christ and through him to the Father in the Holy Spirit."II. WHAT IS THIS SACRAMENT CALLED? Eucharist from Greek Eucharistein, Breaking of the Bread, Synaxis or Eucharistic Assembly,,.Memorial of the Lord’s Passion and Resurrection, Holy! Sacrifice of the Mass, Sacrifice o @ Praise and Expiation, Holy Sacrifice, * Holy and Divine Liturgy, Sacrament of} Sacraments, Most Blessed Sacrament, Sacred Mysteries, Holy Communion, ‘ Holy Mass, Bread of Angels, Medicine f Immortality, ViaticumIII. IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION -Bread and wine were used by Melchisidec -Bread of the presence in the temple -Paschal Meal commemorating the passage from Egypt andthe slaughter o the Lamb so that the angel of death may not strike -Christ’s miraclesof the loaves -Miracle at Cana of water turned to wine -Announcement of the Eucharist at the Synagogue in CaperanaumIII. IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION The Institution- in the synoptic Gospels and in I Corinthians: “He took bread, and when he had given thanks he broke it and gave it to them, saying, "This is my body which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me." and likewise the cup after supper, saying, «This cup which is poured out for you is the New Covenant in my blood.”Il. IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION Do this in memory of me- Jesus here instituted both the Eucharist and the Priesthood at the same time, both the Sacrifice and »the means to offer it. ‘The Church.continued this daily sacrifice before dawn, especially ¢ on SundaysIV. LITURGICAL CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST A CR On the day we call the day of the sun, all who dwell in the city or country gather in the same place. The memoirs of the apostles and the writings of the prophets are read, as much as time permits. When the reader has finished, he who presides over those gathered admonishes and] challenges them to imitate these beautiful things. Then we all rise together and offer prayers* for ourselves . . .and for all others, wherever they may be, so that we may be found righteous by our life and actions, and faithful to the commandments, so as to obtain eternal salvation. When the prayers are concluded we exchange the kiss. ‘Then someone brings bread and a cup of water and wine mixed together to him who presides over the brethren. He takes them and offers praise and glory to the Father of the.imverse, through the name of the Son and of the Holy Spirit and for a considerable time he gives thanks (in Greck: eucharistian) that we have been judged worthy of these gifts. When he has concluded the prayers and thanksgivings, all present give voice to an acclamation by saying: ‘Ament! When he who presides.has given thanks and the people have responded, those whom w call deacons give to those present the "eucharisted" bread, wine and water and take them to those who are absent.IV. LITURGICAL CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST -Introductory Rites: antiphon, sign of the cross, greeting, penitential rite, opening collect '-Liturgy of the Word: first reading, responsorial psalm, second reading, Alléluia canticle, Gospel, profession of faith, prayers of the faithful -Liturgy of the Eucharist: offeratory, collection, anaphora, preface, epiclesis, institution narrative (words of consecration hold special place in all the mass), anamnesis (remembering), intercessions, the Lord’s prayer, communion, concluding prayer -Concluding rite: final blessingV. THE SACRAMENTAL SACRIFICE: THANKSGIVING, MEMORIAL, PRESENCE a a ON RN RE ce -In other words: Sacrifice of thanks and praise to the Father, Memorial of the deeds of Christ, Presence of; the Divine Trinity through the Holy Spirit’s power Sacrifice- meritorious offering of the Mass offered in Christ presented to the Father for us Memorial- anamnesis- representation..of the one sacrifice of Christ- enter in and make it present Presence- by TRANSUBSTANTIATION Jesus,is supersubstantially present: Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. Therefore the Sacred Species ought to be adored and worshiped outside of MassTake this all of you: Communion- “Truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of man and drink his blood, you have no life in you.” -The Faithful are encouraged to receive communion as often.as possible -We must have proper dispositions to receive him: faith, humility, and have confessed any mortal sins dogma of Trent) Fruits of Holy Communion- Union with Christ, augmenting of the divine Indwelling of the Most Holy Trinity, increases the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, increases the theological virtues and the,infused cardinal Wirtues, union with all the angels and saints, especially Mary, preserves us from sin, purifies our beings, enlightens our minds, strengthens our wills, calms our passions, quiets fear, heals our relationships, brings about the communion of the Church, commits us to the poor, brings about ‘Christian unity, and gives us a pledge of future glory. We should remember that the greatest means to sure sanctity is how well we receive Holy Communion.VII. PLEDGE OF GLORY TO COME | In the Eucharist we are one with all heaven ‘and given’ every heavenly grace. Jt is our anticipation of the moment when every tear will be wiped away, no more sorrow, no more fear, no more evil, only the perfect God dwelling in him and him in us.CHAPTER Two THE SACRAMENTS OF HEALING ARTICLE 4 THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE AND RECONCILIATION "Those.who approach the sacrament of Penance obtain pardon from God's mercy for the offense committed against him, and are, at the same time, reconciled with the Church which they have wounded by their sins and which by charity, by example, and by prayer labors for their conversion.". WHAT IS THIS SACRAMENT CALLED? -Confession -Penance -Sacrament of Conversion -Sacrament of Peace and:Réconciliation -Sacrament of Forgiveness >_ —— 4 ZII. WHY A SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION AFTER BAPTISM? Coneupiscence is not entirely healed and the human will still bears the effects of original sin. Confession! is the “Second plank of salvation after Baptism” We must t ter to be converted to the Lord > —III. THE CONVERSION OF THE BAPTIZED Jesus calls us to conversion, an ongoing process. St. Peter’s confession is a sign of this need to seek Christ’s forgiveness. The Sacrament of Penance has the grace of conversion. ae [SS oe JIV. INTERIOR PENANCE -We are in need of a daily conversio to God.and ayersio to self, This is called penance, conversion of heart, or interior mortification, which is accompanied by; compunction, contrition; or that sorrow for sin that heals our souls of the inclination to evil.V. THE MANY FORMS OF PENANCE IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE Prayer heals the concupiscience of the pride of life Fasting= heals the concupiscience of the flesh Almsgiving- heals the concupiscience of the eyes -The Eucharist aids us in penance -Service cleanses our hearts of selfishness -Seasons and days of penance: Lent, Advent, Every friday throughout the entire year except in Easter!!!VI. THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE AND RECONCILIATON Sin is before all else an offense against God, a rupture of communion with him. At the same time it damages communion with the Church. For this reason conversion entails both God's forgiveness and reconciliation with the Church, which are expressed and accomplished liturgically by the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. Only God forgives sin- “Who but God alone can forgive sins?” (Mk 2:7) This is what the Phariseés and modern day pharisees say. Yet Jesus is God and,Lord who gave this gift of absolution to his Church through the sacerdotal ministry. Reconciliation with the Church- We are reconciled with the Church whom we have also wounded by our sins. No sin, never any sin goes without having an effect on others, even if it is private. The Sacrament of Forgiveness~ Throughout the ages the essential elements that Christ instituted in this sacrament have remained but the form has changed. ¥ _ ‘Se eee, fVI. THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE AND RECONCILIATON —— Essential Elements: I. Contrition LI. Confession III. Satisfaction IV. AbsolutionVII. ACTS OF THE PENITNENT: CONTRITION, CONFESSION, SATISFACTION Contrition: the penitent is sorry for sins either because he dreads the loss of heaven, or the pains of hell or because it offends God Confession: Each sin must be confessed in species and, number (Trent) SinzI. Bad II. Know it III. Do it Satisfaction: they must fulfill the penance given to them by the confessor _~ ——VIII. MINISTER OF THIS SACRAMENT | x Absolution: Jesus gave the power to bind and ufibind sin in the upper room on the Eve of His Resurrection (Jn 20:19 ff) Priests validly ordained and in good standing with faculties by the bishop may forgive sin. In ae of death any priest may forgive sin.IX. EFFECTS OF THIS SACRAMENT -Reconeiliation with God -Reconciliation with the Church Ze -Restoration to a state of grace -Healing of the will, mind, soul -Justification, Salvation, Redemption =~) 4 a. aesX. INDULGENCES | \ Through the treasury of merits indulgences can be gained to remit temporal punishment due to sin (purgatory). To obtain it, one must perform the/act with no/ attachment to sin, confession ‘within 8 days, reception of the Holy Eucharist,! prayers for the Holy Father. Z 4 _ i. i),XI. CELEBRATION OF THE SACRAMENT | XX This is a liturgical action, therefore an act of God who obliterates the sin in the power o his mercy, through approved rites: Thete are three forms: 1. personal- ordinary and most common 24communal- helpful for dispositions 3. general (only in danger of death)ARTICLE 5 4 THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK } I. FOUNDATIONS IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION "By the sacred anointing of the sick Bad the prayer of the priests the/ whole wa commends those who ate ill to the suffering and glorified Lord, that he may-raise them ‘up Bari save them. and“indeed she exhorts them to’ MeL ate to the good of the People of God b freely uniting themselves to the Passion and death of Christ."I. FOUNDATIONS IN THE ECONOMY OF SALVATION ) Pc IY : ia Illness in human_life- Illiess and suffering’ have always been part of the human condition The sick person before God-Jesus said if you, visit the sick, you visit me - hé alligned himSelf, with the sick and suffering Christ the Physician- Jésus loves to heal the: sick and save thedost Heal the sick! This is a commandment o Christ to the the Church, which recognizes that any healing comes from Jesus.II. WHO RECEIVES AND.WHO 7 ADMINISTERS THIS SACRAMENT? & ™~ in case of grave illness- anyone who) is baptized and is. sick, not Only on the point of | death, a person in- old age, or someonéywhose: condition has worsened let him call for the presbyters of the Chure Priests or bishops may administer itRp. we! ~~ -appropriate for confession to be heard beforehand word of God is proclaimed -laying on of hands -anointing with the oil of the sickage = N -Gift of the Holy Spirit for health and life )-Union with the passion of Christ -Ecclesial Grace -Preparation for final journey -Healing=—_— ——— V. VIATICUM | With the anointing the Eucharist Oe to be’ given so that the person has, food for the journey” and that they may meet their maker in peace.PRIESTLY BLESSING Priest: Dominus Vobiscum People: Et cum spirito tuo Priest: Per intercessionem Beatam Mariam, semper Virginem, benedicat vos omnipotens Deus, Pater, + et Filius, et Spiritus Sanctus.