Understanding the Sacraments – Resource

Understanding the Sacraments

My dear brothers and sisters,

The seven sacraments are all extraordinary gifts of God. He wants to walk with us on our earthly journey and to share His life with us. The sacraments are such powerful realities that we say that God is REALLY present in each one of them. We can touch Him, hear Him and see Him in the sacraments and experience His abundant blessings. This is a very big claim, made in faith, and it takes a real effort to understand it.

This booklet has been prepared by the generosity of the Order of the Knights of St Columbanus to guide you in understanding the beauty and meaning of the sacraments. You will discover what happens during the ceremony, what the symbols and signs mean, and how each sacrament will fill your heart with God’s love.

I earnestly ask that you open your heart to the power and working of the Holy Spirit and allow His gifts to bear fruit in your life, a life of Christian witness and charity towards everyone.

It is my sincere hope that through this booklet and the reception of the sacraments throughout your life, you may be drawn into a deeper relationship with the Lord who loves you dearly.

May God bless you.
+ Alan McGuckian SJ

Resource

Download a copy of the Booklet – Understanding the Sacraments