Baptism Flashcards
(18 cards)
What are 3 rites of passage
- Birth (baptism > Roman Catholic)
- Marriage (Judaism)
- Death (Islam)
What 3 denominations have infant baptisms
- Catholic
- Protestant
- Eastern Orthodox
What denomination only baptises adults?
Believers baptism
What does baptism reflect on in Roman Catholicism
It reflects on their religious beliefs and to enter God’s family
— In a church (place of worship) and symbols (Holy water & white)
What does the symbol of water represent
- Wash away sin
- Life-giving sin
- New identity
What does the symbol of oil represent
- Oil of catechumens
- Strength against evil and sin
- Oil of Chrism
- Choose to serve God
What does the symbol of a candle represent
- Paschal candle
- New life in Christ
What does the white garment symbol represent
- Jesus
- Purity and innocence
- Follower of Jesus
What is a fundamentalist
A fundamentalist is someone who takes their sacred text literally
How many steps are there in baptism
8 steps
Explain the 1st step of baptism
- Welcome - by priest - parents/godparents/baby/ceremony
- A godparent encourages your spiritual growth and supports you. They are an example for you chosen by the parents
- Sign of the cross on baby’s head to symbolise that they belong to God and the church
Explain the 2nd step of baptism
Bible readings & sermon
* Passages are read from the bible by the priest and participants to symbolise the word of God
* Sermon given on meaning of baptism
Explain step 3 in baptism
- Baby is anointed with the Oil of Catechumens to give the strength on difficult times
Explain step 4 of baptism
Baptismal promises
* Water in baptismal font is blessed
* Parents and godparents express their faith and make promises on behalf of the baby to show their belief
Explain step 5 in baptism
Baptism
* Holy water is poured on the baby’s head 3 times — this signifies they have entered new life in Jesus and are part of the Catholic community
Explain step 6 in baptism
Anointing with the Chrism
* A symbol they have been chosen by God to members of Catholicism
Explain step 7 in baptism
White garment & Baptismal candle
* White shaul worn and candle is lit from Paschal Candle
Explain step 8 in baptism
Lord’s Prayer (Our Father) + Final Blessing
Asks all to help bring child into Catholicism
