Longer Catechism (Orthodox) — Chapter 2: Of the Sacraments

Chapter 2: Of the Sacraments

Section 1. Q. What is a Sacrament? A. A Sacrament is a holy act, through which grace, or the saving power of God, works mysteriously upon man.

Section 2. Q. How many Sacraments are there? A. Seven: Baptism, Confirmation or Chrismation, Communion, Penance, Holy Orders, Matrimony, and Unction.