The Sacraments and Grace

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What is the primary purpose of the sacrament of Reconciliation?

To receive spiritual consolation

To conform to the image of Christ

To receive forgiveness of sins and reconcile with God (correct)

To deepen conversion and commit to no more sin

What is the role of the priest in the sacrament of Reconciliation?

To grant forgiveness of sins through absolution (correct)

To provide spiritual consolation

To reveal the sins of the penitent to the Church

To breathe the Holy Spirit on the penitent

What is the biblical foundation for the sacrament of Reconciliation?

Jesus' appearance to the disciples on the evening of the first day of the week (correct)

The crucifixion of Jesus

The Last Supper

The baptism of Jesus

What is the sacramental matter of Reconciliation?

Repentance, confession, and the intention to make reparation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of the sacrament of Reconciliation?

Remission of mortal sins (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the sacrament that is also known as Penance and Confession?

Reconciliation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the sacrament of Penance according to the Church's teaching?

A means to receive forgiveness for grave sins (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the minister in the sacrament of Penance?

To provide spiritual guidance and forgiveness (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of speaking against the Holy Spirit according to Matthew 12:32?

No forgiveness in this age or in the age to come (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the sacramental seal in confession?

To maintain absolute secrecy about the sins revealed (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Church in the sacrament of Penance?

To provide spiritual guidance and forgiveness through the ministry of the Church (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of obstinacy in sin according to the Church's teaching?

Final impenitence (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the sacraments?

To build up the Body of Christ and to sanctify men and women (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the sacraments on the recipient?

To draw them into a closer relationship with the Church (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the sacraments in relation to Jesus Christ?

They bring about an actual meeting with Jesus through signs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the minister in the sacraments?

Their lack of holiness does not prevent grace from being offered (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do the sacraments give to the recipient?

Divine life and nourishment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of the sacraments?

Saving symbolic acts or visible signs (B) Signup and view all the answers