1672. Certain blessings have a lasting importance because they consecrate persons to God, or reserve objects and places for liturgical use. Among those blessings which are intended for persons – not to be confused with sacramental ordination – are the blessing of the abbot or abbess of a monastery, the consecration of virgins, the rite of religious profession and the blessing of certain ministries of the Church (readers, acolytes, catechists, etc.). the dedication or blessing of a church or an altar, the blessing of holy oils, vessels, and vestments, bells, etc., can be mentioned as examples of blessings that concern objects.
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552. How can adoration be defined?
434. “Teacher, what good must I do to have eternal life?” (Matthew 19:16).
263. What are the effects of Baptism?
33. What are the symbols of faith?
518. How is justice and solidarity among nations brought about?
319. What are the effects of this sacrament?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible say about God’s judgment and justice?
What is God’s judgment on corruption and oppression according to Micah 3:1-4?
How does Ruth’s story teach us about integrity and honesty?
What is the significance of Aeneas’ healing and Dorcas’ resurrection in Acts 9:32-43?
What is the importance of Christian discipline according to 1 Corinthians 9:24-27?
What are Daniel’s visions of the golden image and the four beasts?
