The holy Eucharist is not only a sacrament; it is also a sacrifice-the holy sacrifice of the Mass. [21] Cf. CCC, 1486, 1497. Individual and integral confession of grave sins followed by absolution ...

Why does the Church use numerous ceremonies or actions in applying the outward signs of the Sacraments ... or giving the Sacraments. Q. 579. How do we know there are seven Sacraments and no ...