Baptism 1
Out of the 3 sacraments of initiation, which is Baptism?
The first Sacrament of initiation.
What day of the week is Baptism usually celebrated on?
Sundays
True or False, Baptism begins with anointing with oil.
False, Baptism begins with Baptismal Promises.
What is the child/candidate immersed in during the ceremony?
Holy Water.
What do you call the priest, bishop or deacon, who officiates the baptism ceremony?
The celebrant.
Who brings the child to the ceremony, and usually makes promises on their behalf?
The parents.
Who are the people who serve as mentors in a child's Faith Journey?
The Godparents.
At what age can you receive baptism?
Any age.
At what point in one's life is baptism usually received?
When they're an infant/child.
What colour is the baptismal garment?
White.
Where is the water contained in a baptism ceremony?
A Baptismal Font.
What does the colour white represent?
Purity/purification.
What does water symbolize?
What symbol represents the rise of Jesus and how he is the light of this world?
The candle.
What is usually worn by the child during a baptism ceremony?
What oil is used to represent the salvation and strength that came from Christ?
Chrism Oil.
What does baptism provide internally?
Spiritual cleansing/cleaning.
True or false. We join God's family through baptism.
True.
What is the first part of a Baptism Ceremony?
Baptismal Promises.
True or false, the child's chest and forehead are anointed by oil.
True.
Who was Jesus baptized by?
John the Baptist.
Where was Jesus baptized?
What does the dove symbolize?
The Holy Spirit.
What is the seashell used for in some baptism ceremonies?
To cup and pour the water.
What are we born with that Baptism "washes away"?
Original Sin.