Sacraments are outward signs of inward grace instituted by Jesus for our sanctification.  (Catechismus concil. Trident., n. 4, ex St. Augustine, “De Catechizandis rudibus”).  The way the sacraments are consummated and received is the outward sign.  An example of this is being blessed with oil.  With every sacrament, God distributes grace to each of us to help us be redeemed through the death and resurrection of Jesus.  Grace is an offering of strength and help from God so that Christians may fight the temptation to sin and instead imitate Christ.  There are seven sacraments that are recognized by the Roman Catholic Church.  The seven are then split into three different categories.   The Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist: provide framework for every Christian life.  Through these sacraments, Christians now receive the new life of Christ.  The Sacraments of Healing: Anointing of the Sick as well as Penance and Reconciliation: ask God for healing of physical ailments, but also for the damage caused by sin.  The Sacraments at the Service of Communion: Holy Orders and Matrimony: contribute to one’s personal salvation, but mainly focus on the salvation of others through service.