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Core sacraments and important liturgical rites in Christian practice.
| None | Ninth hour prayer of the hours |
| Sext | Sixth hour prayer of the hours |
| Lauds | Morning prayer in the hours |
| Prime | First hour prayer of the hours |
| Terce | Third hour prayer of the hours |
| Chrism | Consecrated oil used in sacraments |
| Matins | Night office of the hours |
| Novena | Nine day series of prayers |
| Rosary | Meditative prayer on the mysteries |
| Baptism | Initiation with water into Christian life |
| Penance | Confession and absolution of sins |
| Vespers | Evening prayer in the hours |
| Asperges | Sprinkling with holy water at mass |
| Compline | Night prayer of the hours |
| Exorcism | Rite driving out evil spirits |
| Holy Hour | Hour of adoration before the sacrament |
| Holy Mass | Principal liturgy of the church |
| Viaticum | Communion given to the dying |
| Ablutions | Washing of sacred vessels |
| Adoration | Worship before the Eucharist |
| Dismissal | Sending the faithful at the end |
| Lectorate | Ministry of reading scripture |
| Matrimony | Sacrament of marriage covenant |
| Absolution | Words of forgiveness in penance |
| Chrism Mass | Liturgy blessing oils in holy week |
| Easter Fire | Blessing of new fire at vigil |
| Holy Orders | Ordination to deacon priest or bishop |
| Ordination | Rite conferring holy orders |
| Procession | Reverent movement in liturgy |
| Benediction | Blessing with the Blessed Sacrament |
| Chrismation | Confirmation in eastern tradition |
| Funeral Rite | Prayers and rituals for the dead |
| May Crowning | Crowning a statue of Mary |
| Night Prayer | Final prayer of the day |
| Requiem Mass | Mass for the dead |
| Rite of Peace | Exchange of peace in mass |
| Canonization | Recognition of sainthood by the church |
| Confirmation | Strengthening by the Holy Spirit |
| Consecration | Setting apart for holy use |
| Divine Office | Liturgy of the hours prayer |
| Election Rite | Choice of catechumens for sacraments |
| Marriage Rite | Celebration of the wedding covenant |
| Vigil Service | Prayer service on the eve |
| Betrothal Rite | Blessing of engaged couple |
| Catechumenate | Period of preparation for baptism |
| Communion Rite | Part of the mass for communion |
| House Blessing | Prayer asking blessing for a home |
| Minor Exorcism | Preparatory exorcism for catechumens |
| Morning Prayer | Morning office of the hours |
| Pall Placement | Placing white cloth over casket |
| Rite of Penance | Rite forms for confession |
| Rite of Welcome | Initial rite for catechumens |
| Washing of Feet | Mandatum rite on holy thursday |
| Concelebration | Priests celebrating mass together |
| Extreme Unction | Older term for anointing the sick |
| Penitential Act | Opening act expressing contrition |
| Reconciliation | Rite restoring friendship with God |
| Rite of Election | Selection of catechumens |
| Act of Contrition | Prayer expressing sorrow for sins |
| Blessing of Ashes | Blessing of ashes for lent |
| Blessing of Homes | Prayer for a dwelling place |
| Blessing of Palms | Blessing of branches before procession |
| Blessing of Water | Blessing of water for sacred use |
| Excommunication | Censure excluding from communion |
| Rite of Committal | Final prayers at the grave |
| Wedding Blessing | Blessing of a married couple |
| Communion Service | Service without a priest |
| Coronation of Mary | Devotional crowning of a statue |
| Deacon Ordination | Sacramental ordination to the diaconate |
| Liturgy of the Word | Readings psalm and homily |
| Profession of Vows | Solemn promises by religious |
| Rite of Dedication | Ceremony for sacred dedication |
| Rite of Exposition | Display of the sacrament for adoration |
| Rite of Sprinkling | Sprinkling with blessed water |
| Solemn Exposition | Extended adoration of the sacrament |
| Altar Consecration | Rite setting altar apart for worship |
| Apostolic Blessing | Special papal blessing with indulgence |
| Blessing of Animals | Prayer for animals on saints day |
| Blessing of Candles | Blessing of candles at candlemas |
| Blessing of Throats | Blessing through intercession of Blaise |
| Crowning of an Image | Ceremony honoring a holy image |
| General Absolution | Forgiveness given to a group |
| Litany of the Saints | Processional prayer invoking saints |
| Liturgy of the Hours | Daily cycle of prayer |
| Profession of Faith | Public statement of belief |
| Acolyte Institution | Ritual for ministry of server |
| Anointing of the Sick | Sacrament of healing with oil |
| Communion of the Sick | Taking communion to the ill |
| Marian Consecration | Personal entrustment to Mary |
| Rite of Confirmation | Celebration of receiving the Spirit |
| Stations of the Cross | Devotion recalling the passion |
| Dedication of a Church | Rite to dedicate a church |
| Dedication of an Altar | Rite to dedicate an altar |
| Distribution of Ashes | Placing blessed ashes on foreheads |
| Prayer of the Faithful | Intercessions during mass |
| Chaplet of Divine Mercy | Devotional prayer with beads |
| Institution of Lectors | Establishing ministers of the word |
| Rite of Blessing of Oils | Blessing of sacred oils |
| Rite of the Catechumens | Acceptance into catechumenate |
| Installation of a Pastor | Ceremony to install a parish leader |
| Institution of Acolytes | Establishing men as acolytes |
| Liturgy of the Eucharist | Rite after the offertory |
| Renewal of Marriage Vows | Renewal during anniversaries |
| Rite of Blessing of Water | Blessing of water for rite |
| Investiture of Religious | Clothing with habit in orders |
| Rite of Baptism for Adults | Celebration of adult baptism |
| Rite of Baptism for Infants | Celebration of infant baptism |
| Rite of Ordination of Bishops | Episcopal ordination rite |
| Rite of Ordination of Deacons | Diaconal ordination rite |
| Rite of Ordination of Priests | Priestly ordination rite |
| Supplication and Procession | Prayer march for special need |
| Reception into Full Communion | Entry of baptized into church |
| Renewal of Baptismal Promises | Renewal at Easter or baptism |
| Thanksgiving after Communion | Prayers of gratitude after mass |
| Sunday Celebration in Absence of Priest | Liturgy without a priest |
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