A Catechism That is to say, an Instruction to be Learned of Every Person, before he be Brought to be Confirmed by the Bishop
Book of Common Prayer
A Catechism That is to say, an Instruction to be Learned of Every Person, before he be Brought to be Confirmed by the Bishop
Book of Common Prayer
A Catechism That is to say, an Instruction to be Learned of Every Person, before he be Brought to be Confirmed by the Bishop
How many Sacraments has Christ ordained in his Church?1
Answer. Two only, as generally necessary to salvation, that is to say, Baptism, and the Supper of the Lord.
Question. What do you mean by this word Sacrament?
Answer. I mean an outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual grace given to us, ordained by Christ himself, as a means whereby we receive the same, and a pledge to assure us thereof.
Question. How many parts are there in a Sacrament?
Answer. Two: the outward visible sign, and the inward spiritual grace.
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