sacrament

Example Sentences

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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

He had come to sponsor my teenage son Finn as he received the sacrament of Confirmation, a Catholic rite of adolescence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

Smith, the Supreme Court upheld the firing of two Native American employees who had been denied unemployment benefits after using peyote, a sacrament in their religious ceremonies.

From Slate • Mar. 12, 2024

“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

Which is why it must forever remain a secret sacrament.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman