The priest is the usual minister of Baptism, but if there is danger that someone will die without Baptism, anyone else may and should baptize. Because Baptism is a necessary prerequisite to enter heaven, when an unbaptized person is in danger of death, and no priest is available, anyone may […] Read more »
The Seven Sacraments Category
HOW would you give BAPTISM?
I would give Baptism by pouring ordinary water on the forehead of the person to be baptized, saying while pouring it: “I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” The “pouring of water” is the matter, and “the words” the […] Read more »
WHEN should CHILDREN be baptized?
Children should be baptized as soon as possible after birth. 1. If possible, this should be done within a week. Except when in danger of death, an infant should not be baptized without the permission of a parent or guardian. Children who have come to the age of reason cannot […] Read more »
WHY is Baptism NECESSARY for the salvation of all men?
Baptism is necessary for the salvation of all men, because Christ has said: “Unless a man be born again of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.” From the time of Christ this has been the unequivocal teaching of the Church. The reason lies in […] Read more »
What are THE EFFECTS of the character imprinted on the soul by Baptism?
The effects of the character imprinted on the soul by Baptism are that we become members of the Church, subject to its laws, and capable of receiving the other sacraments. By Baptism we become members of the Church and children of God. We are given the right to enter heaven, […] Read more »
WHAT SINS does Baptism take away?
Baptism takes away original sin, and also actual sins and all the punishment due to them, if the person baptized be guilty of any actual sins and truly sorry for them. 1. Baptism is the only sacrament that can remit original sin. It cleanses us from all sin, original and […] Read more »
What is BAPTISM?
Baptism is the sacrament that gives our souls the new life of sanctifying grace by which we become children of God and heirs of heaven. Baptism is the very first sacrament we may receive. Unless we are baptized, we are forbidden to receive any other sacraments. Baptism has the three […] Read more »
Which are the Sacraments that can be RECEIVED ONLY ONCE?
The sacraments that can be received only once are Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders. These three sacraments confer an official and permanent status within the Church; they are different participations in the priesthood of Christ. 1. This is because these sacraments imprint on the soul a spiritual mark or character, […] Read more »