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What Is A Sacrament?

A sacrament is a sacred rite.  In the Episcopal Church, sacraments are outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace, given by Christ as certain means by which we receive that grace.  Different religious denominations have different approaches to sacraments and may or may not consider themselves to be sacramental churches.  When we say we are a sacramental church, it means we practice the sacred rites of our faith which include:  Holy Baptism, Holy Eucharist, Confirmation, Ordination, Holy Matrimony, Reconciliation of a Penitent (penance), and Holy Unction.  Of these sacraments, Holy Baptism and the Holy Eucharist are the two great sacraments in the Gospel given by Christ to his Church.

A Little Q & A

We have provided a brief description below for each of the sacraments we experience in our church throughout our spiritual journeys.  To find out more information about a given sacrament below, using a question and answer format, just click the "Read More >>" link beneath each sacrament described below.

If you would like to schedule an appointment with Fr. Bill to discuss your participation or that of a loved one in the sacraments or services below, please contact our Rector by phone (770) 503-7555.

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Holy Baptism

Holy Baptism is the sacrament by which God adopts us as his children and makes us members of Christ's Body, the Church, and inheritors of the kingdom of God.
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Holy Eucharist

Holy Eucharist refers to the sacrament commanded by Christ for the continual remembrance of his life, death, and resurrection, until his coming again.  St. Gabe's celebrates Holy Eucharist in its services and all are welcome to participate in the Lord's Supper with us.
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Confirmation

Confirmation is the rite in which we express a mature commitment to Christ, and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands by a bishop.
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Ordination

Ordination is the rite in which God gives authority and the grace of the Holy Spirit to those being made bishops, priests, and deacons, through prayer and the laying on of hands by bishops.
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Holy Matrimony

Holy Matrimony is Christian marriage, in which the woman and man enter into a life-long union, make their vows before God and the Church, and receive the grace and blessing of God to help them fulfill their vows.
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Reconciliation of a Penitent

This sacrament is also known as Penance.  It is the rite in which those who repent of their sins may confess them to God in the presence of a priest and receive the assurance of pardon and the grace of absolution.
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Holy Unction

Holy Unction is also known as Unction of the Sick.  It is the rite of anointing the sick with oil or the laying on of hands, by which God's grace is given for the healing of spirit, mind, and body.
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Funeral Service (not a sacrament)

A funeral is a supportive service our church provides for its members and their loved ones.  It is not a rite or sacrament as such; however, the service itself and the support of our community for its members during a time of grief are precious gifts.  Fr. Bill Combs and Deacon Sue assist with the funeral service which can be a memorial service or a traditional Holy Eucharist service.  Our Parish Care teams assist the grieving family with several levels of support depending on the family's needs and wishes.
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