text: Yes, I found the word in discussions about the Sacraments when I became a serious Catholic 20 years ago and have since sat in discussions with priests, Catholic writers, canon lawyers, and a bishop or two.  
  
  As for my pomposity, I plead guilty.  I also plead guilty to hypocrisy and many other faults per my fallen human nature.  Better?  
  
  Now, is a sacrifice offered at Holy Mass?