Baptism and Holy Communion invite us to risk being transformed by God's self-emptying love. This is reflected in sections 3.2, 3.3 and 5.7. There is God's declaration that we are saints, and there is our experience that we continue to be sinners who are empowered faithfulness to God's calling. There is one short section in the Preface which provides a very significant basis and direction for our use of Statement of Sacramental Practices . This reflects the reality of what the sacraments truly are.
Discipleship certainly includes the process of study and dialogue.
Therefore study and dialogue are characteristics of our sacramental practice and experience. There are several practical suggestions that can help us give life to the emphasis on study and dialogue found in Section 1.3. During instruction concerning the sacraments, use these periods as true opportunities for dialogue and mutual edification. Listen to the varieties of experience and need. Take seriously the need for our practice to be consistent with our theology.