The Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church


The Sacraments of Initiation 
     - Baptism, Confirmation, & The Eucharist
The Sacraments of Healing
       Penance & Reconciliation
       - Anointing of the Sick
The Sacraments of Service
     - Holy Orders
     - Matrimony


Sacraments: Preparation & Living the Faith


There are seven sacraments in the Catholic Church which are grouped into three categories--The Sacraments of Initiation, the Sacraments of Healing, and the Sacraments of Service.

The information concerning each Sacrament is beneficial both for those learning about the Sacraments for the first time as well as those who have received their Sacraments but have a desire for a deeper understanding of these gifts from Jesus that Catholics receive from our priests acting in His place.

Just click on the image or section title below to be directed to information on the sacrament you are preparing to receive. There are two pages of information, so don't forget to scroll down and read the second page.

Initiation
- Baptism
- Eucharist
- Confirmation

Please read both pages of information for each sacrament.

Healing
- Reconciliation
- Anointing of the Sick

Please read both pages of information for each sacrament.

Service
- Holy Matrimony
- Holy Orders

Please read both pages of information for each sacrament.