3.2.2
Baptism
Baptism
Baptism
The word ‘baptise’ is Greek and means ‘to immerse’ (as in water).
The first
The first
- Baptism is the first Sacrament of Initiation and marks a person’s entry into the Christian Church.
- Only after receiving Baptism can Catholics receive the other sacraments.
Baptism quotes
Baptism quotes
- ‘Whoever believes and is baptised will be saved.’ [Mark 16:16].
- ‘Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to the life of the Spirit.’ [CCC1213]
Symbolism
Symbolism
- The symbol of the washing away of sins is the pouring of water, invoking the Christian belief in the Trinity.
- Just as water can wash away dirt, holy water can wash away sin.
Significance
Significance
- It is considered the basis for the whole Christian life.
- Through Baptism, Catholics believe they are freed from original sin (Adam and Eve’s sin of disobedience - eating the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge) and have a new life as sons and daughters of God and members of the Church.
- Once baptised, a person becomes part of the Body of Christ.
What Happens During Baptism
What Happens During Baptism
The key features of a Baptism are:
Readings
Readings
- Readings from the Bible.
Baptismal promises
Baptismal promises
- Baptismal promises made by parents and godparents, rejecting evil and professing belief in God.
Washing with water
Washing with water
- Washing with water, baptising in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. This is usually a pouring of water over the baby’s head.
Anointing with oil
Anointing with oil
- Anointing with oil, which symbolises the strengthening of faith.
Candle
Candle
- Sometimes, a lighted candle is given to parents to symbolise the light of Christ.
Dressed in white
Dressed in white
- Many babies will be dressed in white to symbolise purity.
1Buddhism
1.1Key Beliefs
1.2Practices
2Christianity
2.1Key Beliefs
2.1.1The Nature of God
2.1.2The Problem of Evil
2.1.3Monotheism
2.1.4Creation
2.1.5Bible Accounts of Creation
2.1.6The Trinity and Creation
2.1.7Afterlife
2.1.8Heaven and Hell
2.1.9The Influence of Afterlife on Life
2.1.10End of Topic Test - Christianity Key Beliefs
2.1.11Exam-Style Questions - Christian Beliefs
2.2Jesus Christ & Salvation
2.2.1The Incarnation
2.2.2Jesus - Divine & Human
2.2.3The Crucifixion
2.2.4Jesus' Betrayal
2.2.5Resurrection & Ascension
2.2.6Sin
2.2.7Original Sin
2.2.8Punishment
2.2.9The Means of Salvation
2.2.10Achieving Salvation
2.2.11Disagreements About Salvation
2.2.12The Role of Christ in Salvation
2.2.13Theories of Salvation
2.2.14End of Topic Test - Jesus Christ & Salvation
2.3Worship & Festivals
3Catholicism (Christianity)
3.1Key Beliefs
3.2The Seven Sacraments
4Islam
4.1Key Beliefs
4.2Authority
5Judaism
5.1Key Beliefs
5.2Covenant & The Mitzvot
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1Buddhism
1.1Key Beliefs
1.2Practices
2Christianity
2.1Key Beliefs
2.1.1The Nature of God
2.1.2The Problem of Evil
2.1.3Monotheism
2.1.4Creation
2.1.5Bible Accounts of Creation
2.1.6The Trinity and Creation
2.1.7Afterlife
2.1.8Heaven and Hell
2.1.9The Influence of Afterlife on Life
2.1.10End of Topic Test - Christianity Key Beliefs
2.1.11Exam-Style Questions - Christian Beliefs
2.2Jesus Christ & Salvation
2.2.1The Incarnation
2.2.2Jesus - Divine & Human
2.2.3The Crucifixion
2.2.4Jesus' Betrayal
2.2.5Resurrection & Ascension
2.2.6Sin
2.2.7Original Sin
2.2.8Punishment
2.2.9The Means of Salvation
2.2.10Achieving Salvation
2.2.11Disagreements About Salvation
2.2.12The Role of Christ in Salvation
2.2.13Theories of Salvation
2.2.14End of Topic Test - Jesus Christ & Salvation
2.3Worship & Festivals
3Catholicism (Christianity)
3.1Key Beliefs
3.2The Seven Sacraments
4Islam
4.1Key Beliefs
4.2Authority
5Judaism
5.1Key Beliefs
5.2Covenant & The Mitzvot
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