TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Abbreviations Used for the Books of the Bible
ix
General Abbreviations
x
Overview
T271
Catholic Prayers and Devotions
1
Introduction
1a
Chapter Planning Guide
1c
Chapter Objectives
1c
Keys to this Chapter
1d
Key Ideas
2
Introduction
3
The Role of Grace in Salvation History
4
Adam and Eve and the First Sin
5
God Continues to Lead Humanity Back to Him
5
Sidebar: In the Covenant That He Established, God Made Three Promises to Abraham
6
Mary’s “Yes” to God’s Plan of Salvation
7
Christ Founds the Church as an Instrument of Grace
7
Sidebar: The Church Continues the Saving Actions of Christ through the Sacraments, Which He Instituted
8
Sacraments: Transforming Actions of Christ
9
Sacraments as Signs
9
Sidebar: Material Signs Used in the Sacraments
10
Sacraments as Efficacious Signs
11
Sacraments as Actions of Jesus Christ
11
Sidebar: St. Francis of Assisi
12
The Necessity of the Sacraments
13
Actual Grace
13
Sanctifying Grace
14
New Creatures in Christ
15
Celebration of the Sacraments
15
Matter, Form, and Minister
15
Sidebar: The Sacrarium
16
Receiving the Sacraments with the Proper Disposition
17
Conclusion
18
Sidebar: The Eastern Rites of the Catholic Church
19
Supplementary Reading: Bl. Otto Neururer
20
Supplementary Reading: Adoro Te Devote
20
Vocabulary
22
Study Questions
23
Practical Exercises
23
From the Catechism
25
Chapter 1:
Baptism
Baptism
25a
Chapter Planning Guide
25c
Chapter Objectives
25c
Keys to this Chapter
25d
Key Ideas
27
Introduction
27
Prefiguration of Baptism in the Old Testament
29
Jewish Rites of Purification at the Time of Christ
29
St. John the Baptist and the Baptism of Christ
30
Institution of Baptism by Christ
32
Baptism as a Sacrament
33
Effects of Baptism
34
Original Sin and Its Consequences
35
Celebration of Baptism
35
Matter
35
Form
37
Minister
37
Rite of Baptism
37
a. What Name Have You Given to Your Child?
37
b. What Do You Ask of God’s Church?
38
c. Godparents and Sponsors
38
d. Ceremony
39
Sidebar: Baptismal Ceremony in the Eastern Churches
40
Baptism and Christian Vocation
40
Baptism as a Sacrament of Faith
41
Who Can Receive Baptism?
42
Necessity of Baptism
42
Conclusion
43
Supplementary Reading: St. Francis Xavier
44
Supplementary Reading: A Brief History of Christian Initiation
45
Vocabulary
46
Long-Term Assignment
47
Study Questions
48
Practical Exercises
49
From the Catechism
51
Chapter 2:
Confirmation
Confirmation
51a
Chapter Planning Guide
51c
Chapter Objectives
51c
Keys to this Chapter
51d
Key Ideas
52
Introduction
53
Jesus the “Christ”
54
The Promised Spirit
55
The Laying on of Hands and the Anointing of the Holy Spirit
56
The Sacrament of Confirmation
57
Sidebar: Effects of Confirmation
58
The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit
58
1. Wisdom
58
2. Understanding
59
3. Counsel
59
4. Fortitude
59
5. Knowledge
59
6. Piety
60
7. Fear of the Lord
60
Act of Contrition
61
Celebration of Confirmation
61
Matter
61
Form
61
Minister
62
Confirmation Sponsor
62
Confirmation Name
62
Ceremony
63
Living in the Footsteps of Christ
64
Preparation for Confirmation
65
Living Out the Sacrament of Confirmation
65
Sidebar: The Pope Speaks
66
Conclusion
67
Supplementary Reading: St. Therese of Lisieux
69
Vocabulary
70
Study Questions
71
Practical Exercises
72
From the Catechism
73
Chapter 3:
The Eucharist
The Eucharist
73a
Chapter Planning Guide
73e
Chapter Objectives
73e
Keys to this Chapter
73f
Key Ideas
74
Introduction
75
The Institution of the Eucharist
78
The Promise of the Eucharist: The Bread from Heaven Discourse
79
The Real Presence
81
Names of the Eucharist
82
Sidebar: The Miracle of Lanciano
83
The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
84
Sacrifices in the Old Covenant
85
The New Covenant Sacrifice
86
The Celebration of the Mass in the Early Church
86
Sidebar: The Holy Chalice of Valencia
87
Sidebar: The Celebration of the Eucharist by St. Justin Martyr
88
The Liturgy of the Mass
88
The Liturgy of the Word
90
The Liturgy of the Eucharist
92
Sidebar: Byzantine Rite Liturgy of the Eucharist
93
Participation in the Mass
93
Internal Preparation
94
The Mass: External Participation
94
Devotions Outside of Mass
95
The Ministerial Priesthood
96
A Source of Unity in Christ
97
Fruits of Regular Reception of the Eucharist
98
Conclusion
99
Supplementary Reading: Pope St. Pius X
100
Vocabulary
100
Long-Term Assignment
102
Study Questions
103
Practical Exercises
103
From the Catechism
105
Chapter 4:
Reconciliation
Reconciliation
105a
Chapter Planning Guide
105c
Chapter Objectives
105c
Keys to this Chapter
105d
Key Ideas
106
Introduction
107
Sidebar: The Parable of the Prodigal Son
108
The Origins of Reconciliation in Salvation History
108
The First Sin
109
The Forgiveness of Sin
109
The Institution of the Sacrament
111
Handed Down by the Apostles
111
The History of the Sacrament of Penance
111
Reconciliation in the Early Church (AD 50– 400)
112
Reconciliation in the Irish and British Church (AD 400– 700)
113
Sidebar: Indulgences
114
Morality and Responsibility
115
What Is Sin?
115
Sin is any act, word, or desire that violates eternal law.
115
Sin is a violation of moral law.
115
Sin is a disordered love of creatures over God.
116
Sin Damages Our Relationship with God
117
Mortal and Venial Sins
118
How to Make a Good Confession
119
Sidebar: Short Examination of Conscience
121
The Minister of the Sacrament of Reconciliation
121
Importance of the Sacrament
122
Penance in the Life of a Christian
123
Conclusion
124
Supplementary Reading: St. John Nepomucene
125
Vocabulary
127
Study Questions
128
Practical Exercises
129
From the Catechism
131
Chapter 5:
Anointing of the Sick
Anointing of the Sick
131a
Chapter Planning Guide
131c
Chapter Objectives
131c
Keys to this Chapter
131d
Key Ideas
132
Introduction
134
The Ministry of Healing
135
Sidebar: Lourdes
136
Encounters with Christ
138
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
139
Celebration of the Sacrament
139
Matter
139
Form
140
Minister
140
The Effects of the Anointing of the Sick
141
When Should the Sacrament Be Administered?
142
The Meaning of Human Suffering
142
The Christian Vocation to Serve Those in Need
143
Sidebar: St. Teresa of Calcutta
144
Message of a Cardinal
144
Conclusion
145
Supplementary Reading: A Saint Who Killed?
146
Vocabulary
146
Long-Term Assignment
146
Study Questions
147
Practical Exercises
148
From the Catechism
149
Chapter 6:
Holy Orders
Holy Orders
149a
Chapter Planning Guide
149c
Chapter Objectives
149c
Keys to this Chapter
149d
Key Ideas
150
Introduction
152
The Priesthood in the Old Testament
152
The Call of the Apostles
154
The Apostolic Church: Bishops, Presbyters, and Deacons
154
The Role of a Priest: In Persona Christi
156
The Post‑Apostolic Church
158
The Sacrament of Holy Orders
160
Deacons
161
Sidebar: Symbols of a Deacon
162
Priests
163
Sidebar: Symbols of a Priest
164
Bishops: The Fullness of the Priesthood
165
Sidebar: Symbols of a Bishop
166
The Celebration of the Sacrament of Holy Orders
166
Matter
166
Form
166
Minister
167
The Priestly Life
168
Religious Life
168
Celibacy
169
Male Priesthood
170
Conclusion
171
Supplementary Reading: St. John Paul II
172
Vocabulary
173
Study Questions
174
Practical Exercises
175
From the Catechism
177
Sidebar: The Popes
179
Chapter 7:
Matrimony
Matrimony
179a
Chapter Planning Guide
179e
Chapter Objectives
179e
Keys to this Chapter
179f
Key Ideas
180
Introduction
181
The Original Meaning of Marriage
183
The Sacrament of Matrimony
184
Marital Love
185
The Unitive Aspect of Marital Love
186
The Procreative Aspect of Marital Love
187
Natural Family Planning
188
Celebrating the Sacrament of Matrimony
189
Requirements for Marriage
190
Sidebar: Requirements of a Valid Marriage
191
Marriages to Non‑Catholics
191
Celebrating the Sacrament
191
Matter
192
Form
192
Minister
193
The Wedding Ceremony
193
The Rite of Matrimony
194
The Vocation to Marriage and the Universal Call to Holiness
195
The Domestic Church
196
Sins Against Marriage
197
What Is an Annulment?
198
Conclusion
199
Supplementary Reading: Exhortation before Marriage
200
Supplementary Reading: More on Artificial Birth Control
201
Supplementary Reading: Georges and Pauline Vanier
202
Vocabulary
202
Long-Term Assignment
204
Study Questions
205
Practical Exercises
206
From the Catechism
207
Chapter 8:
The Liturgy: The Church at Worship and Prayer
The Liturgy: The Church at Worship and Prayer
207a
Chapter Planning Guide
207c
Chapter Objectives
207c
Keys to this Chapter
207d
Key Ideas
208
Introduction
210
Origins of the Liturgy
211
Sidebar: Eastern Rite Iconostasis
212
Actions of Jesus Christ
213
The Lord’s Day
214
Where We Worship
215
Sidebar: Typical Parish Church
216
How We Pray and Worship
217
Sidebar: The Sign of the Cross
219
The Divine Office (Liturgy of the Hours)
219
Sidebar: The Liturgy of the Hours
220
Sidebar: Liturgical Vestments; Sacred Vessels Used in the Liturgy
221
Sidebar: Liturgical Seasons; Liturgical Colors
222
Sidebar: A Life of Prayer
222
Sacramentals
223
Holy Water
223
Statues, Icons, and Other Holy Images
224
The Rosary
225
Sidebar: The Holy Rosary
226
Stations of the Cross
227
Relics and Their Veneration
228
Medals and Scapulars
229
Pilgrimages, Processions, and Visits to Sacred Places
230
Sidebar: Santiago de Compostela
231
Using Sacramentals at Home
231
Conclusion
232
Supplementary Reading: St. Justin Martyr
233
Vocabulary
235
Study Questions
236
Practical Exercises
236
From the Catechism
T1
Introduction
T1
Chapter One
T9
Chapter Two
T17
Chapter Three
T27
Chapter Four
T37
Chapter Five
T59
Chapter Six
T75
Chapter Seven
T75
Chapter Eight
RESOURCE MATERIALS
T90
Introduction
T90
Chapter One
T96
Chapter Two
T102
Chapter Three
T108
Chapter Four
T114
Chapter Five
T120
Chapter Six
T126
Chapter Seven
T126
Chapter Eight
T134
Introduction
T134
Chapter One
T139
Chapter Two
T143
Chapter Three
T149
Chapter Four
T155
Chapter Five
T162
Chapter Six
T168
Chapter Seven
T168
Chapter Eight
T176
Introduction
T176
Chapter One
T179
Chapter Two
T182
Chapter Three
T185
Chapter Four
T188
Chapter Five
T191
Chapter Six
T194
Chapter Seven
T194
Chapter Eight