MCC Sacramental Theology & Liturgy 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes a 'sacramental' as distinct from a sacrament?

Accepted Answer

A sacramental is a sacred sign instituted by the Church to prepare one to receive grace

Answer

Sacramentals (e.g., blessed objects, holy water, the Sign of the Cross) are sacred signs instituted by the Church that prepare us to receive grace and sanctify various circumstances.

Question 2

During the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), what is the name of the period of intense preparation immediately before Baptism?

Accepted Answer

Purification and Enlightenment

Answer

The Period of Purification and Enlightenment coincides with Lent and is a time of deeper spiritual preparation for the elect who will receive the sacraments at the Easter Vigil.

Question 3

What theological term describes the full, conscious, and active participation in liturgy called for by Vatican II?

Accepted Answer

Actuosa participatio

Answer

Sacrosanctum Concilium (§14) calls for actuosa participatio — full, conscious, and active participation by all the faithful in liturgical celebrations.

Question 4

In the sacrament of Reconciliation, which element is provided by the penitent that completes the sacramental act?

Accepted Answer

Contrition, confession, and satisfaction

Answer

The penitent's acts — contrition (sorrow), confession (of sins), and satisfaction (penance) — together with the priest's absolution constitute the sacrament of Penance.

Question 5

The principle 'lex orandi, lex credendi' means:

Accepted Answer

The law of prayer establishes the law of belief

Answer

Lex orandi, lex credendi ('the law of praying is the law of believing') expresses the reciprocal relationship between liturgical prayer and doctrinal faith in Catholic theology.

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MCC Sacramental Theology & Liturgy 3