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What is a sacrament?

A sacrament is an outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace.

Kinkead’s explanation of the Baltimore Catechism · approved historical edition.

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Thomas L. Kinkead; sixth edition; Benziger Brothers, copyright 1891. Printed page 151, question 136.

Michael Augustine, Archbishop of New York; nihil obstat D. J. McMahon; 1891-09-05.

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How many sacraments are there?

There are seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Eucharist, Penance, Extreme Unction, Holy Orders, and Matrimony.

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Thomas L. Kinkead; sixth edition; Benziger Brothers, copyright 1891. Printed page 152, question 137.

Michael Augustine, Archbishop of New York; nihil obstat D. J. McMahon; 1891-09-05.

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What is Baptism?

Baptism is a sacrament which cleanses us from original sin, makes us Christians, children of God, and heirs of heaven.

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Thomas L. Kinkead; sixth edition; Benziger Brothers, copyright 1891. Printed page 158, question 152.

Michael Augustine, Archbishop of New York; nihil obstat D. J. McMahon; 1891-09-05.

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Infant Baptism Explained

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz

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A concise explanation of why Catholics baptize infants.

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What Happens During the Sacrament of Confirmation?

The Thomistic Institute · Aquinas 101

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The sacramental signs and effects of Confirmation, presented with theological depth.

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How to Receive the Eucharist Worthily and Well

The Thomistic Institute · Aquinas 101

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A careful treatment of preparation and disposition for Holy Communion.

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Infant Baptism Explained

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

What Happens During the Sacrament of Confirmation?

The Thomistic Institute · Aquinas 101 · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

How to Receive the Eucharist Worthily and Well

The Thomistic Institute · Aquinas 101 · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

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Catechism: Confirmation in brief

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Catechism: Baptism in brief

1275–1284, especially 1278–1282; first and third blocks

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Catechism: Confirmation in brief

Read paragraphs 1315–1321; allow 4–6 minutes, then compare with this lesson's Baptism explanation.

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Pope John Paul II · 1992-10-11

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Catechism: Baptism in brief

1275–1284, especially 1278–1282; first and third blocks

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Pope John Paul II · 1992-10-11

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