Which group correctly lists the sacraments of initiation in Catholic theology?

• A. Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist
• B. Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist
• C. Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick, Matrimony
• D. Holy Orders, Baptism, Confirmation

Answer: (A)

Sacraments of initiation mark entry into the Christian life: Baptism initiates, Confirmation strengthens, and the Eucharist sustains. Baptism removes original sin and joins a person to the Church. Confirmation deepens that grace and equips the believer with the gifts of the Holy Spirit to live out the faith. The Eucharist completes initiation by feeding the believer with the Body and Blood of Christ, sustaining union with Christ and the Church. The other listed sacraments belong to different categories—Reconciliation is healing, Anointing of the Sick is for comfort and healing, Matrimony is a vocation, and Holy Orders is ordination—so they aren’t part of initiation. Therefore, Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist form the correct group.