Sacraments - Signs and Symbols

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Across
  1. 4. (Anointing of the Sick) Sign of healing and strengthening by the Holy Spirit
  2. 5. (Baptism) The sign of cleansing and new life in Christ
  3. 9. (Matrimony) The sacred bond of love reflecting Christ’s love for His Church
  4. 10. (Eucharist) The union with Christ and His Church received in this sacrament
  5. 12. (Holy Orders) This sacrament ordains men to serve the Church as deacons, priests, or bishops
  6. 13. (Confirmation) This sacrament deepens baptismal grace and gives spiritual courage
  7. 16. (Anointing of the Sick) The priest uses these to bless and pray over the sick person
  8. 18. (Confirmation) The bishop places these on the candidate’s head to call down the Spirit
  9. 19. (Baptism) Represents the light of Christ given to the newly baptized
Down
  1. 1. (Matrimony) Spoken promises that form the marriage covenant
  2. 2. (Reconciliation) The grace received, restoring friendship with God
  3. 3. (Anointing of the Sick) The sacrament gives peace, comfort, and sometimes physical recovery
  4. 6. (Eucharist) Sign of Christ’s Blood, poured out for many
  5. 7. (Matrimony) Circular sign of unending love and fidelity
  6. 8. (Reconciliation) Speaking sins aloud to the priest
  7. 9. (Confirmation) The perfumed oil used to anoint the forehead
  8. 11. (Eucharist) Becomes the Body of Christ during the Mass
  9. 14. (Baptism) The spiritual gift received, washing away original sin
  10. 15. (Holy Orders) The bishop lays these on the candidate to confer sacred ministry
  11. 17. (Holy Orders) Vestment symbolizing priestly authority and service
  12. 20. (Reconciliation) The priest’s words that forgive sins in God’s name