Which Sacrament unites a man and a woman in marriage?

• A. Holy Matrimony
• B. Sacrament
• C. Penance and Reconciliation
• D. Anointing of the Sick

Answer: (A)

Marriage as a sacrament is a sacred, grace-filled bond between a man and a woman. The specific sacrament that unites them in this lifelong covenant is Holy Matrimony. In Holy Matrimony, grace strengthens the spouses to love each other faithfully, to be self-giving, and to remain open to the possibility of children. It signifies that their union is not just a social contract but a divine partnership blessed by God, meant to endure for life and to reflect God’s love. The other items refer to different sacraments that serve other purposes—Penance and Reconciliation forgives sins, Anointing of the Sick provides grace and healing for illness. “Sacrament” is the general name for these sacred rites, while Holy Matrimony is the one that specifically binds a man and a woman in marriage.