The sacraments have affected me in many ways. I know that the sacraments can bring people together and give new life. It is an important part of our faith as Catholics. Jesus gave them to us so that we could all receive the gift of grace. Without them, we would not be able to receive God's grace and we would be further away from God. Baptism is an important part of my life as a Catholic. This frees me from original sin and is part of initiation into the Catholic Church. Baptism is important because it allows us to enter the kingdom of God. Although I don't remember my baptism, I learn about it in my religion class at school. I am learning about its lasting impact and what it means for us as Catholics. It inspires me to learn more and appreciate our faith more. “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. » Matthew 28:19 Many Catholics cherish the sacrament of Reconciliation. This sacrament may also be known as the sacrament of Penance and Confession, although the word "Reconciliation" is most commonly used to describe this sacrament. there is a virtue of penance. The sacrament of Reconciliation is a sacrament in which the priest, as an agent of God, forgives sins committed after baptism, when the sinner is sincerely sorry for them, sincerely confesses them and is ready to give satisfaction for them. for them. When Jesus Christ died on the cross, he redeemed us all from our sins. Once we have obtained it, sanctifying grace is restored to the soul. Every time we achieve reconciliation, it strengthens our relationship. with God even more! “Your sins are forgiven” (Luke 5:20)The sacrament of the Eucharist is a means...... middle of paper ...... the gifts of strength, faith, peace, Holy Spirit. and courage. Through the sacrament of the anointing of the sick, the Catholic Church achieves what Jesus began long ago. The Church fulfills the mission of compassion and healing towards the sick. I have never received this sacrament, but I know someone who has and I think it helps them heal. “At sunset, all those who had patients with various diseases brought them to him; and he [Jesus] laid his hands on each of them and healed them. » Luke 4:40 The sacraments are truly a gift from Jesus. He gave them to us so that we could spend eternal life with him in heaven. Each sacrament brings us closer to Jesus and reminds us of all the sacrifices he made for us (especially that on the cross). I will always remember what Jesus did for us and I will continue to receive the holy sacraments.