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The document provides an overview of the Catholic Church's teachings on the sacrament of Baptism. It discusses Baptism as the door to the Holy Spirit and other sacraments. It describes various names for Baptism and events in the Bible that prefigured Baptism, including the parting of the Red Sea. It outlines the essential elements of Christian conversion and explains the various parts of the Baptism rite.
The document provides an overview of the Catholic Church's teachings on the sacrament of Baptism. It discusses Baptism as the door to the Holy Spirit and other sacraments. It describes various names for Baptism and events in the Bible that prefigured Baptism, including the parting of the Red Sea. It outlines the essential elements of Christian conversion and explains the various parts of the Baptism rite.
The document provides an overview of the Catholic Church's teachings on the sacrament of Baptism. It discusses Baptism as the door to the Holy Spirit and other sacraments. It describes various names for Baptism and events in the Bible that prefigured Baptism, including the parting of the Red Sea. It outlines the essential elements of Christian conversion and explains the various parts of the Baptism rite.
the other sacraments (Council of Florence). By Baptism, the believer is freed from sin, reborn as Gods child, made a member of Christ and of the Church, and given a share in the Churchs mission. Various Names ( 1214-1216)
1. Baptism means to plunge or immerse. This
plunging into water symbolizes the believers burial with Christ, followed by his rising up as a new creature (2 Cor 5:17). 2. The washing of regeneration and renewal by the Holy Spirit (another name for Baptism) refers to the birth by water and the Spirit which is needed to enter the kingdom of God (Jn 3:5). This bath is called enlightenment because those instructed are enlightened in their understanding (St. Justin). Various Names ( 1214-1216) continued
St. Gregory of Nazeanzus wrote that
Baptism has many names: gift (because conferred freely), grace (because given to the guilty), enlightenment (because it radiates light), clothing (because it veils our shame), bath (because it washes), and seal (as a sign of Gods Lordship). Events Prefiguring Baptism ( 1217-1222)
The Easter Vigil liturgy commemorates the saving
events which prefigured Baptism: 1. In the beginning, the Spirit breathed on the water making them a wellspring of all holiness. 2. Noahs ark prefigured salvation through Baptism. The flood waters are a sign of the waters of Baptism. 3. The Red Sea symbolized death. Baptism signifies communion with Christs death. 4. The Israelites crossing the Red Sea prefigured liberation. This freeing action is an image of the people set free in Baptism. 5. The Israelites crossing the Jordan and receiving the Promised Land also prefigured Baptism. Fulfilled In Jesus ( 1223)
These prefigurations are fulfilled in Jesus.
Jesus was baptized by John and, after his Resurrection, he commanded the apostles to make disciples of all nations and to baptize in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit (Mt 28:19- 20). Johns Baptism ( 1224)
Jesus submitted to Johns Baptism to fulfill
all righteousness (Mt 3:15). At this moment, the Spirit (present over the waters at the first creation) came upon Christ (the new creation), and the Father revealed that he was his beloved Son (Mt 3:16-17). The Cross ( 1225)
Jesus spoke of his Passion as a Baptism
which he had to receive (Mk 10:38). The water and blood flowing from his side symbolized Baptism and Eucharist. After Jesus death, men could be born of water and the Spirit (Jn 3:5). See where Baptism comes from... from the cross of Christ, from his death (St. Ambrose). Baptizing After Pentecost ( 1226)
On Pentecost day, Peter told the crowd Repent,
and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:38). After Pentecost, the apostles provided Baptism for anyone who believed in Jesus (Jews, God-fearers, and pagans). Paul told the jailer in Philippi that he and his household would be saved if he believed in the Lord Jesus. At once the jailer with all his family was baptized (16:31-33). Entering Christs Death ( 1227-1228)
Paul teaches that the believer, through
Baptism, enters into Christs death, burial and Resurrection, so that as Christ was raised from the dead... we too might walk in newness of life (Rom 6:3-4).
In Baptism, the imperishable seed of Gods
Word produces life-giving effects. The Word is brought to the material element and it becomes a sacrament (St. Augustine). Six Essential Elements Of Conversion ( 1229)
Although becoming a Christian is a journey
(rapid or slow) with several stages, there are always six essential elements: 1.The Word is proclaimed 2.The Gospel (together with the needed conversion) is accepted 3.The faith is professed 4.The person is baptized 5.The Spirit is given 6.The believer is admitted to Eucharistic communion The Rite Has Varied ( 1230-1231)
Over the centuries, this initiation rite has
varied greatly. Originally, a lengthy catechumenate (including liturgical rites) culminated in the three sacraments of initiation. When infant Baptism became common, the preparatory rites were very much abridged. Therefore, infant Baptism demands post- baptismal teaching and formation. Restored Catechumenate ( 1232-1233)
The Second Vatican Council restored the
catechumenate for adults with several stages (found in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults). In mission countries, initiation rites already in use were allowed, if adopted to the ritual.
Today, adults enter a catechumenate and then
receive the three initiation sacraments at once. In the East, infants also receive Confirmation and Eucharist with their Baptism. In the Roman rite, infants receive Confirmation and Eucharist many years later. Ten Parts Of The Rite ( 1234-1245)
The rite of Baptism shows clearly the sacraments
meaning and graces: 1. The sign of the cross (the imprint of Christ) signifies the redemption won for us by Christ. 2. The Word of God enlightens the person and calls forth a response of faith. 3. The exorcism shows freedom from sin and from the devils power. This is completed by the laying on of hands and the anointing with the oil of catechumens. The person can then profess the faith of the Church. Ten Parts Of The Rite ( 1234-1245) continued 4. The consecration of the baptismal water asks that the Father send the Spirit upon the water (epiclesis), so the person will be born of water and the Spirit.
5. The Baptism itself is the essential rite and
brings about death to sin and entry into new life. This is conferred by a triple immersion into the water or by pouring the water three times over the candidates head. Ten Parts Of The Rite ( 1234-1245) continued 6. The words used (in the Latin Church) are I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. The last uses similar words The Servant of God is baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 7. The anointing with sacred chrism signifies that the newly baptized has received the Holy Spirit and is anointed priest, prophet, and king. In the East, this anointing is Chrismation (Confirmation). In the Roman liturgy, this anointing announces that Confirmation will be received years later. Ten Parts Of The Rite ( 1234-1245) continued 8. The white garment symbolizes the persons sharing in Christs new life. 9. The candle symbolizes the inner enlightenment by Christ, the light of the world. The newly baptized (now a child of God) can say Our Father. 10. First Holy Communion. The neophyte can now be admitted to the marriage supper of the Lamb (Rev 19:9). The Latin Church (reserving Eucharist to those who have attained the age of reason) express this Eucharistic orientation by having the baptized child brought to the altar for the Our Father. Three final blessings (of which the blessing of the mother has a special place) complete the rite. Not Yet Baptized? ( 1246)
Every person not yet baptized and only
such a person is able to be baptized (In the West, Canon 864; in the East, Canon 679). The Catechumenate ( 1247-1249)
Where the Gospel is newly preached, the
catechumenate has an important role in disposing the adult for the full initiation gift. The catechumenate must bring the person to conversion and to mature faith. The person is led (by successive rites) into the Churchs faith, liturgy and charity. Because the catechumens (even before Baptism) are joined to the Church and are leading a life of faith, the Church embraces them as her own (Lumen Gentium 14 3). Infant Baptism ( 1250-1252)
Children need the new birth of Baptism to be freed
from darkness and brought into Gods family. Because infant Baptism shows Gods total gratuitousness, the Church (and parents) would deny the children a priceless gift if they were not baptized shortly after birth. Infant Baptism has certainly been practiced since the second century and quite possibly from the very beginning of the Church since Scripture speaks of households being baptized (See Acts 16:15, 33; 18:8; 1 Cor 1:16). Need For Beginning Faith ( 1253-1255)
To be baptized, the person needs only a
beginning faith (not a perfect and mature faith). This beginning faith requires a community of believers within which the believers faith can develop. Because this baptismal faith must grow, every year at Easter time the Church celebrates the renewal of baptismal promises. Need For Beginning Faith ( 1253-1255) continued
Especially important is the role of the
parents. Also, godparents must be firm believers and ready to help the persons faith. Actually, the whole Church bears responsibility for developing the grace of Baptism. Who Can Baptize? ( 1256)
The ordinary ministers are the bishop, the
priest, and in the Latin Church, the deacon. If necessity, anyone (even someone not baptized) can baptize. They must have the intention to will what the Church does when she baptizes and use the Trinitarian baptismal formula. The Church sees this possibility for others to baptize because Baptism is necessary for salvation. The Only Door We Know ( 1257)
Jesus clearly told the apostles to baptize their
disciples (Mt 28:19). Whoever believes and is baptized, will be saved; whoever does not believe will be condemned (Mk 16:16). Because Baptism is the only door to eternal happiness which the Church knows, she makes sure that all are baptized. Although God has bound salvation to Baptism, he himself is not bound by his sacraments (he can save by other means). Death Before Baptism ( 1258)
Some, although not baptized, have suffered death
because of faith in Christ. This Baptism of blood, much like Baptism of desire, brings about the fruits of the sacrament.
Catechumens who die before Baptism are assured
of eternal salvation by their desire for Baptism and their repentance for sins. Salvation Of Those Not Baptized ( 1259-1261)
Because God wants everyone to be saved, the
Spirit gives everyone a chance to share in Christs death and rising. Those who are ignorant of the Gospel and the Church, yet seek the truth and do Gods will (according to their understanding) can be saved. It is supposed that such persons would desire Baptism explicitly if they knew its necessity. Salvation Of Those Not Baptized ( 1259-1261) continued
Concerning children who have died without
Baptism, the mercy of God (who wills all to be saved) and Jesus tenderness toward the children, allow the Church to hope that these children are saved. The Church calls parents not to prevent their children from receiving Baptism. Two Main Effects (1262)
The immersion in water signifies Baptisms
two main effects - purification from sins and new birth in the Holy Spirit. Peter promised his hearers (on Pentecost) that by Baptism they would receive forgiveness for your sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:38). Forgiving Sin/Removing Punishment ( 1263)
Baptism forgives all sins (original and
personal) and all punishment for sin (Council of Florence). Nothing remains to impede entrance into heaven. Consequences Remain ( 1264)
Some consequences of sin (sickness, death,
weakness of character) remain. There is also an inclination to sin called concupiscence with which we struggle. However, this inclination does no harm if resisted by Christs grace (Council of Trent). Effects Of Baptism ( 1265-1266)
Baptism makes the believer an adopted child of God,
a sharer in Gods nature, a co-heir with Christ, and a temple of the Holy Spirit. By sanctifying grace (the grace of justification), the baptized: 1. Are enabled to believe in God, hope in him, and love him (theological virtues) 2. Can live according to the power of the Holy Spirit (the sanctifying gifts) 3. Can grow in goodness (the moral virtues) Baptism bestows the whole organism of the supernatural life. Joined With Others ( 1267-1268)
By Baptism we are members one of
another (Eph 4:25). This Body of Christ transcends all cultures, because by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body (1 Cor 12:13).
The baptized have become living stones.
They are a royal nation, a holy priesthood, Gods own people (1 Pet 2:9) sharing in the common priesthood of all believers. Duties Of Baptized ( 1269-1270)
The baptized belong to Christ and have the
duty to serve others in the Church and to obey Church leaders. They have a right to the sacraments, to the nourishment of Gods Word, and to all the Churchs spiritual helps. They must participate in the Churchs missionary activity. One With All The Baptized ( 1271)
Baptism is the sacramental bond of unity
(even for those not in full communion with the Catholic Church). By faith and Baptism, all are incorporated into Christ, have a right to be called Christians and to be accepted as brothers (Unitatis Redintegratio 3) Effects Of Baptismal Seal ( 1272-1273)
Baptism seals the Christian with an indelible
spiritual mark (the character of Baptism) which sin cannot erase. Therefore, Baptism cannot be repeated.
This sacramental seal consecrates the person
for Christian religious worship and requires them to participate in the Churchs liturgy and to bear witness by their holy lives. Sealed Forever ( 1274)
This seal of the Lord is for the day of
redemption. The Christian who is faithful to this seal will die marked for eternal life with hope in seeing God. Baptism is the seal of eternal life (St. Irenaeus)