Sacrament of Baptism: 5 Questions that Matter

1. What is Baptism?

Baptism is the Sacrament by which we are reborn to God, cleansed from original sin and personal sins and made a member of the Church.

2. How do we know that Christ instituted Baptism?

We know that Christ instituted Baptism from these words: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 28:19) and by its practice in the early Church. (cf. Acts 2:41; 8:13-38, 10:48ff)

3. Who minister Baptism?

Baptism is usually administered by a priest or a deacon but anyone, in the case of necessity, could administer the Sacrament of Baptism.

4. How is Baptism given?

Baptism is given by pouring water on the head of the one being baptized, saying at the same time: "I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."

5. Is Baptism Necessary for all men to be saved?

Baptism is necessary, for Jesus himself said, "Unless a man is born again through water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the Kingdom of God." (John 3:5)

Source:

• Tolhurst, J. (1994). A Concise Catechism for Catholics. Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines: Claretian Publications

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AB-Philosophy undergraduate at Notre Dame of Marbel University.