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sacrament

[sak-ruh-muhnt] / ˈsæk rə mənt /


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He wanted to offer Holy Communion, the central sacrament of Roman Catholic faith, not only to the detainees inside the facility, but also to the federal agents stationed there.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

“Twelve Churches” is decidedly not a book about theology: It doesn’t describe debates about the Trinity or what constitutes a sacrament.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

He describes a large rustic loaf “held close to the heart,” sliced toward the body in a communal sacrament, representing an elemental and ancient loaf unsullied by ultra-processing or bleached flour.

From Slate • Mar. 15, 2025

“We are thrilled to share that our dear friend Shia LaBeouf has fully entered the Church this past weekend through the sacrament of confirmation,” the post read.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2024

By then we would be ready for confession Saturday and then the receiving of the sacrament on the most holy of days, Easter Sunday.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya




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