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RELST I OCF Ch 6
vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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Catechumen | unbaptized person preparing to receive sacraments of initiation |
Chrism | Perfumed oil blessed by bishop used for anointing |
Epiclesis | Prayer petitioning Holy Spirit to transform bread & wine to Body & Blood of Christ |
Icons | Religious images or paintings |
Neophyte | Newly received into Church at Easter Vigil |
R.C.I.A. | Acronym for preparation process for adults to enter Church |
Rite | Manner or form of celebrating sacraments |
Sacramental | Sacred signs such as objects, places and actions |
Transubstantiation | At consecration, bread & wine turned to Body & Blood of Christ |
Triduum | Liturgy celebrating Paschal Mystery over three days |
Sanctifying Grace | Gift of God's friendship that heals fallen human nature |
Sacramental Character | A lasting effect of Baptism, Confirmation & Holy Orders that seals recipient to Christ. |