What are Sacraments?

In Catholic theology, the Sacraments are an outward sign of an inward grace. In other words, a Sacrament is an encounter with Christ who gives us his strength to help us on our Journey in Faith to be with him forever.

There are seven sacraments which can be divided into the following:

• Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism; Confirmation; Holy Eucharist
• Sacraments of Healing and Restoration – Reconciliation; Anointing of the Sick
• Sacraments of Communion and Mission – Holy Orders; Matrimony