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Rome’s sevenfold sacramental system was apparently initiated for the first time in the twelfth century and made an article of faith in the fifteenth century. The seven sacraments are baptism, the Holy Eucharist, penance, matrimony, anointing of the sick, confirmation, and holy orders. In contrast to Protestantism, which accepts two sacraments (baptism and communion), Roman Catholicism teaches there are seven sacraments, all of which are believed to have been instituted by Jesus Christ. These special activities are said to dispense God’s “grace” (here, as a spiritual substance or power) and God’s favor.Īs we examine the sacraments we will see that they are viewed as necessary to salva­tion-and that, therefore, Rome teaches a salvation based on both faith and works. The sacraments are pre­sided over by a Catholic priest who acts as a mediator between God and man. The sacraments of Catholicism involve particular spiritual activities/responsibilities par­taken of by believers, such as penance and the holy Eucharist.