The Evolution of Christian Eucharistic Theology - Sacraments

During all sacramental ceremonies (Baptism, Confirmation, Marriage, etc.) the Eucharist is commonly celebrated.

Sacramentum

(latin for Sacrament)

What Is A Sacrament?

a. Secular Definition: an oath of loyalty taken by a soldier, or an oath in general

a. An outward sign b. Instituted by Christc. To give grace

b. Sacred Definition: a sacred or holy thing

The Evolution of Christian Sacraments

"Let us therefore approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need."

Hebrews 4:16

BAPTISM

CONFIRMATION

MARRIAGE

PENANCE

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

EUCHARIST

(Reconciliation)

Baptism was one of the first sacramental ceremonies to be practiced.

marriage is celebrated between a man and woman whom are both baptized

Confirmation assures believers in the Spirit of Christ and allows all to carry on Christs' mission.

Dates back to the last supper. The Eucharistic sacrament is the body, blood, and spirit of Christ.

Sins are forgiven

Sacrament requires a priest and his followers to visit the sick with olive oil blessed by the priest and only if death is expected. Some prayers and psalms were read at this time and the Eucharist was given as “food for the journey”.

Most sacraments were not established until 1000 – 1150 AD.

There are now 7 sacraments in all;

Baptism,

Penance/Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation,

Matrimony, Holy Orders and Anointing of the sick.

Council of Florence (1439): defined 7 sacraments

APOSTOLIC TRADITION

Augustine Sacramental Theology

a large influence on todays traditions and can be traced through the medieval time period.

During this time the Eucharistic sacrament was seen “live”, the bread was real and the wine was real, they just symbolized what they were supposed to be; the body and blood of Christ.

Rituals or sacraments today are based on this tradition. Those who did not follow these teachings were dismissed from the church. These teaching help clarify the unity of Christianity. This includes all rituals and teachings the the Apostles took part in through daily Christian life. It holds messages taught by Jesus, witnessed by the Holy Spirit, and delivered by the Apostles.

these liturgical acts and life events were transformed into quick gestures.

Apostle's Creed

I believe in God the Father, Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth: And in Jesus Christ, his only begotten Son, our Lord: Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary: Suffered under Pontius Pilate; was crucified, dead and buried: He descended into hell: on the third day he rose again from the dead: He ascended into heaven, and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty: From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead:I believe in the Holy Ghost: I believe in the holy catholic church: the communion of saints: The forgiveness of sins: The resurrection of the body: And the life everlasting. Amen.