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The Holy Apostolic Catholic Church Of The East - continues

SACRAMENTS


The Church holds seven sacraments, namely; Priesthood, Baptism, Anointing, the Holy Eucharist (which is called Qurbana Qaddisha) Remission of Sins, Holy Leaven, and the Sign of the Cross.

In making the sign of the cross, three fingers are joined representing the Holy Trinity. The worshipper first touches the mouth, saying "Glory"; then the forehead "To the Father"; the breast "To the Son" the right shoulder, first, then the left, saying "and the Holy Spirit."

Baptism is administered by immersion, usually forty days after birth. It is accompanied by anointing with sacred oil. Membership of the Church includes all baptised persons. Auricular confession (in the presence of the priest alone) is recognized, but not generally practised. Instead and individual absolution is given when requested, or is necessary in certain cases. A general absolution for remission of sins is given to the whole congregation, before the parking of the Holy Communion.

Holy Communion is the sacrament by which, through faith, the true body and Blood of Christ are partaken, under the forms of bread and wine. It is always received fasting, and is given to both clergy and laity in both kinds.

The blessed Virgin and the saints are venerated. We pray to them for intercession. Prayers are said for the dead.

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