"Sacraments are outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace, given by Christ as sure and certain means by which we achieve that grace."
(The Book of Common Prayer, p. 857) 

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Holy Baptism

Holy Baptism
This is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ’s Body, the church. God establishes an indissoluble bond with each person in baptism. God adopts us, making us members of the church and inheritors of the Kingdom of God (BCP, pp. 298, 858).
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Holy Matrimony
The sacramental rite of the church in which two persons “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” (BCP, p. 861).
Christ Episcopal Church Wedding Policy

Holy Matrimony

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Holy Communion

Holy Communion
All baptized persons may partake in Holy Communion.  If you are not baptized or do not wish to receive communion, you may approach the Celebrant with your arms crossed in front of you.

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Confirmation
The sacramental rite in which the candidates “express a mature commitment to Christ, and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands by a bishop” (BCP, p. 860).
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Confirmation

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Holy Baptism
Holy Matrimony
Confirmation
Holy Communion
Reconciliation of a Pentitent
Orders
Unction

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