text: The two most widely accepted sacraments are Baptism and the Eucharist , however , the majority of Christians recognize seven Sacraments or Divine Mysteries : Baptism , Confirmation ( Chrismation in the Orthodox tradition ) , and the Eucharist , Holy Orders , Reconciliation of a Penitent ( confession ) , Anointing of the Sick , and Matrimony .
simplified: The two most regularly used sacraments are Baptism and Eucharist ( communion ) . Most Catholics use seven Sacraments : Baptism , the ritual immersion of a candidate to welcome them into the church ; Confirmation the sealing of the Covenant , the Eucharist , a ritual where consecrated bread ( discs of unleavened , toasted bread ) and wine representing Jesus ' body and blood are consumed ; Holy Orders , Reconciliation of a Penitent ( confession ) , Anointing of the Sick , and Marriage .