Definitions
Who is the celebrant?
The bishop, priest, or deacon who celebrates the sacrament for and with the community
Who are some people that are present in the sacrament of Baptism?
Priests, family, the Church, Godparents, friends, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit
What does the Oil of Catechumens and Sacred Chrism represent?
Strength against evil and cleansing from sin
True or False: Baptism is not a necessary part of salvation.
False: Baptism is a necessary part of salvation.
What did John the Baptist say that Jesus would baptize with?
The Holy Spirit
What is the catechumenate?
A process of formation that includes prayer and liturgy, religious instruction based on Scripture and Tradition, and service to others
Who celebrates the sacrament of Baptism?
The celebrant (priest, deacon, bishop)
The water used to baptize people into the Church
New life as children of God
What is Baptism?
When we are reborn in water and spirit
What are the sacraments of initiation?
Baptism, Holy Eucharist, and Confirmation
What are Catechumens?
People who enter the Catechumenate
The Oil of Catechumens
Sacred Chrism
What does the Holy Spirit represent in Baptism?
Represents God’s presence and the rebirth
What is taken away at Baptism?
Our Original Sin and personal sin are taken away
What is something you learned from the video we watched about Baptism?
Answers will vary
What are baptismal promises?
Promises or vows that a person makes before being baptized to renounce Satin, sin, and all evil and to live a life with/serving God
True or False: An infant will wear a light blue garment that symbolizes new life that Christ has won for us.
False: An infant will wear a white garment that symbolizes new life that Christ has won for us.
What does the candle represent?
The light and goodness of Christ and the light of faith shining in the newly baptized
What does the immersion into water symbolize?
That we die to sin and we rise to a new life in Christ
How do you think the song Baptized relates to Baptism?
Answers will vary
What is Original Sin?
The state of sin that you are born into
What is personal sin?
The knowing disobedience to God‘s will as a thought, action, desire, or intention
What does the white garment represent?
A sign of new life Christ has won for us
What type of sacrament is Baptism?
Sacrament of Initiation
There are 5 baptismal promises. Name one of them.