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Sacrament Theology & RCIA Flashcards

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  1. Which RCIA period is marked by the Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens?

    Answer: Period of Evangelization and Precatechumenate

    The Rite of Acceptance concludes the Precatechumenate and marks the formal entry into the catechumenate.

  2. In sacramental theology, what does 'ex opere operato' mean?

    Answer: The sacrament works by virtue of the rite itself, independent of the minister's holiness

    Ex opere operato means the sacrament is effective by the very action performed, not by the merit of the minister.

  3. Which sacrament is described as the 'gateway to the other sacraments'?

    Answer: Baptism

    The Catechism (CCC 1213) calls Baptism the gateway and foundation of all the other sacraments.

  4. The scrutinies during Lent in RCIA are directed toward which group?

    Answer: Elect

    The scrutinies are celebrated with the Elect — those already called and chosen for initiation at Easter.

  5. What is the primary minister of Baptism?

    Answer: A deacon or priest

    The ordinary ministers of Baptism are bishops, priests, and deacons, though any person may baptize in emergencies.

  6. Which theological term describes the permanent spiritual mark left by Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders?

    Answer: Character

    The sacramental character is an indelible spiritual mark that configures the recipient to Christ and cannot be repeated.

  7. At the Easter Vigil, what is the correct sequence of the sacraments of initiation for adults?

    Answer: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist

    The RCIA prescribes Baptism, then Confirmation, then first reception of the Eucharist for adults.