Sacrament is defined as an outward sign of an invisible reality. It is both a source and an expression of special grace (Marthaler, 420). Sacraments are believed to been started by Christ, to communicate the grace or power of God through the use of material objects. Catholic churches accept seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, the Eucharist, Reconciliation or confession, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage, and Holy Orders.
             Catholics consider sacraments the means of grace through which God gives them spiritual gifts. It is referred to as a "mystery" and is believe to be God's plan for the redemption of the world through Christ. Catholics believe it to be a plan that is hidden from the understanding of unbelievers but revealed to those who have faith.
             Baptism- this sacrament is the first among all of the sacraments because it is the door to a spiritual life. To be baptized is to be forgiven of original sin and all personal sin. We must be baptized to enter the kingdom of heaven. Catholics believe after you are baptized there is no satisfaction for past sins, and if you die before you commit any sin, you will be allowed into the kingdom of heaven.
             Confirmation- this was said to be the gift of the Spirit for strengthening, while baptismal is for forgiveness. Confirmation is sometime completed at the same time as the baptism and by the priest to emphasize that both are aspects of one sacrament of initiation. It consists of the pouring of oil and the laying of the priest or bishop's hand on a person's forehead. After saying, "I anoint thee with holy oil in God the Father Almighty and Christ Jesus and the Holy Ghost"; the person is sealed with the kiss of peace. The Catholic Church rejoices at such an event, because this is the gift of the Spirit that marks a baptized person as a Christian.
             Eucharist is the sacrament that is also known as "The Lord'
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