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What does baptism symbolize?
What does baptism symbolize?
Baptism is a sacrament that symbolizes the birth of the baptized individual into a new life in Christ, forgiving both original sin and personal sins.
What does the water symbolize in the reception of baptism?
What does the water symbolize in the reception of baptism?
- The Father
- The Son
- The Holy Spirit
- All of the above (correct)
The oil at baptism reminds Catholics of which missions?
The oil at baptism reminds Catholics of which missions?
- Priestly mission
- Kingly mission
- Prophetic missions
- All of the above (correct)
What is grace in the context of the Catholic Church?
What is grace in the context of the Catholic Church?
Which is the Grace that Baptism provides?
Which is the Grace that Baptism provides?
What does the symbolism of baptism include?
What does the symbolism of baptism include?
Baptism's roots can be traced back to Old Testament events?
Baptism's roots can be traced back to Old Testament events?
Jesus opted to perform baptism before John the Baptist
Jesus opted to perform baptism before John the Baptist
What were catechumens initiated through?
What were catechumens initiated through?
What does baptism symbolize in the Catholic Church?
What does baptism symbolize in the Catholic Church?
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Baptism
Baptism
A sacrament symbolizing birth into a new life in Christ, forgiving original and personal sins.
Effects of Baptism
Effects of Baptism
Being reborn as adoptive children of God, members of Christ's body, and temples of the Holy Spirit.
Liturgy of Baptism
Liturgy of Baptism
Presentation, profession of faith, and reception of baptism with water, oil, and white garments.
Water in Baptism
Water in Baptism
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Holy Oil (Chrism)
Holy Oil (Chrism)
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White Garments
White Garments
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Priestly Mission
Priestly Mission
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Prophetic Mission
Prophetic Mission
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Kingly Mission
Kingly Mission
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Grace
Grace
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Grace 1: Erasing Sin
Grace 1: Erasing Sin
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Grace 2: Eternal Life
Grace 2: Eternal Life
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Grace 3: Adoption
Grace 3: Adoption
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Grace 4: Body of Christ
Grace 4: Body of Christ
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Grace 5: Temple of the Spirit
Grace 5: Temple of the Spirit
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Symbolism of Water
Symbolism of Water
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Christ's Death and Resurrection
Christ's Death and Resurrection
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Old Testament Baptism Roots
Old Testament Baptism Roots
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New Testament Baptism References
New Testament Baptism References
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Jesus' Baptism
Jesus' Baptism
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Catechumens
Catechumens
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Why Baptize Children?
Why Baptize Children?
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Emergency Baptism
Emergency Baptism
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Initiation into the Faith
Initiation into the Faith
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Spiritual Rebirth
Spiritual Rebirth
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Sacred Rite
Sacred Rite
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Baptism Summary
Baptism Summary
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Integration into the Church
Integration into the Church
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Priesthood of Christ
Priesthood of Christ
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Receiving Gifts of the Spririt
Receiving Gifts of the Spririt
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Study Notes
- Baptism is a sacrament symbolizing being born into a new life in Christ.
- It forgives original and personal sins.
- Baptism marks the start of a journey as children of God, members of Christ’s body, and temples of the Holy Spirit, integrating people into the Church, and allowing them to share in the priesthood of Christ.
Liturgy of Baptism
- Liturgy includes the presentation of the candidate to the community, a profession of faith, and reception of baptism.
- The reception of baptism includes: Water symbolizing the Trinity, Holy oil symbolizing priestly, kingly, and prophetic missions, and white garments symbolizing being clothed in Christ.
- The oil at baptism serves as a reminder of 3 missions: to unite with Jesus in the sacrifice of Mass (Priest), witness to Jesus through words and actions (Prophet), and building God’s Kingdom on Earth (King).
Graces of Baptism
- Grace is favour, the free and undeserved help from God to become children of God and partakers of divine nature and eternal life.
- Graces include being put right with God by original sin being erased and sharing in God's eternal life through the Church.
- Baptism connects one intimately to the Trinity, making the candidate of baptism an adopted child of God, a member of Christ’s body, and a temple of the Spirit.
- Baptism is considered God’s most beautiful gift, bestowing grace, anointing, enlightenment, and sealing individuals as members of Christ’s body, the Church.
Symbolism of Baptism
- Baptism symbolizes death and resurrection
- Water represents spiritual death and rebirth and also signifies the forgiveness of sins.
- Baptism symbolizes Christ’s death and resurrection, as well as humanity's death to sin and resurrection to new life in Him.
Biblical Connections
- Old Testament examples of events that were precedents or reinforce the requirement of baptism include the Spirit of God over the waters in Genesis 1-2, Noah’s ark in Genesis 7, and the crossing of the Red Sea in Exodus 14
- New Testament examples include Matthew 3:1-12, Matthew 29:19, Mark 1:9-11, and John 1:22-34.
- Jesus chose to be baptized by John the Baptist as an example, emphasizing baptism's importance in the Christian faith.
Early Christian Initiation
- Catechumens were historically initiated into the Christian faith through baptism.
- The practice expanded to include infant baptism to cleanse original sin and initiate them into the Catholic faith.
- While clergy typically administer the sacrament, anyone can perform a baptism in emergencies.
Conclusion
- Baptism symbolizes spiritual rebirth
- It signifies a new beginning and a fresh start in one’s faith journey.
- Individuals are initiated into the Christian faith community through baptism and receive forgiveness of sins.
- Baptism is a sacred rite signifying entry into the Church and a life guided by Christian principles.
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Baptism is a sacrament symbolizing new life in Christ, forgiving sins and initiating a journey as children of God. The liturgy includes community presentation, faith profession, and reception with water, oil, and white garments. Baptism graces individuals, allowing them to be children of God.
