Sacraments: The Seven Spiritual Wonders of the World

by Regis J. Flaherty

Publisher:

Emmaus Road

, 2012

Overview

The spiritual wonders of the Catholic world are known as the seven sacraments. In the sacraments we come closest to God this side of heaven. God in his mercy reaches out and meets you and me in a personal and intimate way. The sacraments are readily available to us, if we make ourselves available to them.

Let us, then, examine these seven spiritual wonders of the world.

The Logos version of this book connects its Scripture and Catechism references to its sources, allowing you to dig deeper into your study. This book is instantly searchable, allowing you to find specific references to the “Eucharist” or the “Roman Missal.”

Key Features

• Explores aspects of Catholic faith accessible to anyone
• Connects concepts to Scripture and to the Catechism
• Provides excellent material for RCIA classes and study groups

Contents

• Sacraments: An Overview
• A Baby and the Bath Water: Baptism
• Growing Up: Confirmation
• Nourishment for the Journey: The Eucharist
• Staying the Course: The Sacrament of Reconciliation
• A Life Together: Marriage
• In the Priesthood of Christ: Holy Orders
• Healing and Grace for Death and Life: The Anointing of the Sick

Top Highlights

“In the Latin Church, ‘the sacrament of Confirmation is conferred through the anointing with chrism on the forehead, which is done by the laying on of the hand, and through the words: … ‘Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit.’ ’” (Page 16)

“In scriptural practice, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in an individual was accomplished by the ‘laying on of hands’ (see, for example, Acts 8:18). The person being confirmed has already received the Holy Spirit in Baptism. Confirmation, rather than imparting the Spirit, is a release of the gifts and power of the Spirit in the life of the individual.” (Page 17)

“Christ instituted this sacrament when He told His disciples: ‘Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained’ (Jn. 20:22–23).” (Page 33)

“The man and woman themselves are the matter of the sacrament. They are also the ministers of the sacrament. Their consent comprises the form, and will later be consummated by sexual intercourse.” (Page 43)

“As with all sacraments, Confirmation is effective in the dispensation of graces. However, the actualization of those graces depends upon the disposition of the recipient.” (Page 17)

Product Details

• Title: Sacraments: The Seven Spiritual Wonders of the World
• Author: Regis J. Flaherty
• Series: Faith Basics Series
• Publisher: Emmaus Road Publishing
• Publication Date: 2012
• Pages: 67

About Regis J. Flaherty

Regis J. Flaherty is director of the Gilmary Retreat Center in Western Pennsylvania and is a best-selling author. Regis’ writings include Last Things First and The How-To Book of Catholic Devotions (coauthored with Mike Aquilina). He and his wife, Libbie, are contributing authors to Catholic for a Reason IV: Scripture and the Mystery of Marriage and Family Life. His articles have appeared in national and diocesan publications, and he has appeared on several radio and television programs including EWTN Bookmark, The Abundant Life with Johnnette Benkovic, and Searching the Word with Chuck Neff. He is a frequent speaker to Catholic gatherings on the topic of lay spirituality.