Seven sacraments are recognized: baptism in infancy, followed by confirmation with consecrated oil, penance, the Eucharist, matrimony, ordination and unction in times of sickness or when near death.
Seven sacred rites are acknowledged: the initiation rite of infancy, followed by the anointing with holy oil, forgiveness through repentance, the sacrament of the body and blood, the bond of matrimony, the consecration to ministry, and the blessing of those in need or at the end of life.