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What effect does baptism have regarding a person's sins?
What effect does baptism have regarding a person's sins?
- It only forgives personal sins.
- It cleanses a person of all sins. (correct)
- It allows a person to continue in sin.
- It partially forgives original sin only.
What is the significance of baptism in relation to the Catholic Church?
What is the significance of baptism in relation to the Catholic Church?
- It allows for a limited participation in community activities.
- It requires proof of personal faith.
- It creates a temporary membership.
- It makes a person a member of the Catholic Church. (correct)
Which statement about the formula used in baptism is correct?
Which statement about the formula used in baptism is correct?
- It involves a unique personal statement by the candidate.
- It must be said in Latin to be valid.
- It uses the Trinitarian formula. (correct)
- It includes a blessing from the priest.
Who can perform a baptism in an emergency situation?
Who can perform a baptism in an emergency situation?
What is typically the age at which infants are baptized in the Catholic Church?
What is typically the age at which infants are baptized in the Catholic Church?
What is the role of godparents in the baptismal process?
What is the role of godparents in the baptismal process?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the water used in baptism?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the water used in baptism?
What does baptism prepare a person for in the Catholic tradition?
What does baptism prepare a person for in the Catholic tradition?
What permanent effect does baptism have on a person, even if they are no longer active in the church?
What permanent effect does baptism have on a person, even if they are no longer active in the church?
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Effects of Baptism
- Cleanses individuals of all sins (original and personal).
- Incorporates individuals into the Catholic Church and establishes them as children of God.
- Enables participation in the life of Jesus Christ.
- Prepares individuals for other sacraments.
- Creates a lasting bond with Christ and the Church, regardless of active participation.
Baptismal Practices
- Uses pure natural water, applied via pouring or sprinkling onto the head.
- Employs the formula: "I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”
- Typically administered by priests, bishops, or deacons; however, anyone can perform it in emergencies.
- Infants are baptized as soon as possible after birth.
- Godparents serve as witnesses and are selected by the parents.
- Parental preparation sessions with a priest are common to explain responsibilities.
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