Title: The Seven Sacraments | Loyola Press
Headings: The Seven Sacraments
The Seven Sacraments
Sacraments of Initiation
Sacraments of Healing
Sacraments at the Service of Communion

Content: In Penance we receive Jesus’ healing grace through absolution by the priest. The signs of this sacrament are our confession of sins and the words of absolution. Anointing of the Sick
This sacrament unites a sick person’s suffering with that of Jesus and brings forgiveness of sins. Oil, a symbol of strength, is the sign of this sacrament. A person is anointed with oil and receives the laying on of hands from a priest. Sacraments at the Service of Communion
These sacraments help members serve the community. Matrimony
In Matrimony a baptized man and woman are united with each other as a sign of the unity between Jesus and his Church. Matrimony requires the consent of the couple, as expressed in the marriage promises. The couple and their wedding rings are the signs of this sacrament. Holy Orders
In Holy Orders men are ordained as priests, deacons, or bishops.