Visible Sign
Established by Jesus
Causes Grace/Effects/Invisible Reality
Baptism Today
Purpose
100
What is the oil used in baptism? Why is it significant?
Oil of Catechumens
It is significant because it is believed to strengthen the one being baptized to turn away from evil, temptation and sin. It is used to anoint the baptised, initiating them in Christ.
100
Who was the first person in the bible to start baptizing?
John the Baptist
100
What is the invisible reality in baptism?
It is the fact that now the baptised is a Child of God and is cleansed of his/her sins to start new life in Christ.
100
In what process do catechumens get initiated into the Church starting with Baptism?
(Get multiple sacraments)
RCIA
(Rite Of Christian Initiation For Adults)
100
What is 1 purpose of baptism that deals with the church?
The gateway to the church.
200
What does the water in baptism symbolize?
Answer: cleansing and new life
"Water symbolizes cleansing and new life" Youcat 195
200
Every sacrament was established by Jesus in his actions and ways in the bible. When specifically (where in the bible) was baptism established by Jesus?
Baptism was established before the ascension and at Jesus' baptism.
Mt 28:19, Mt 3:13–17, Mk 1:9–11, Lk 3:21–22
200
What is the grace that is cause by baptism?
“Is more than a sign of conversion and repentance; it is new life in Christ.” Youcat 196
200
What is required of the person receiving baptism?
“Any person that is not baptized can be baptized. The only prerequisite is faith, which must be professed willingly at Baptism.” Catechism 1246-1254/Youcat 196
200
What is 1 purpose of baptism that has to do with coming into a new life?
The way out of the kingdom of death into life.
300
What is the special garment (clothes) used in baptism?
The white garment (usually a dress).
300
Where does this picture show Jesus establishing baptism?
This picture shows Jesus sending the disciples to go baptize.
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: “Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you” (Matt. 28:19–20).
300
What is an effect of baptism on the person?
There are many effects but here is an effect from an adult who went through baptism. (Mrs. Shultz)
300
Is baptism in fact the only way to salvation?
Those who are able to receive the sacrament are required to do so and will in fact find salvation. But, those who aren't able to receive baptism but believe in God will reach salvation.
300
What is 1 purpose of baptism that has to do with beginning something with God?
A beginning of a lasting Communion with God.
400
What is the gift you receive from baptism?
(It is a physical gift)
A baptismal candle, lit from the Easter candle.
400
How did Jesus view his baptism?
(Hint - What did it have to do with His mission)
He viewed it as Him beginning His public life.
-Catechism 1223
400
Without baptism can you enter the kingdom of God?
"Unless one is born of water in the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God." Jn 3:5
400
Can anyone get baptized and become Christian or Catholic?
"For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body-Jews or Greeks, slaves or free-and all were made to drink of one Spirit." 1 Cor 12:13
400
What happens in baptism?
"Being baptized means that my personal life story is submerged in the stream of God's love." Youcat 200
500
Who are the important figures that are crucial in a baptism and what are their roles?
The parents and the Godparents. Their roles are to guide the baptised in their Catholic belief.
An example is in catechism 1255.
500
How is Jesus' baptism fulfilling its role in the Church?
Our Lord voluntarily submitted himself to the baptism of St. John, intended for sinners, in order to "fulfill all righteousness." Jesus' gesture is a manifestation of his self-emptying. The Spirit who had hovered over the waters of the first creation descended then on the Christ as a prelude of the new creation, and the Father revealed Jesus as his "beloved Son." Catechism 1224
500
What is the thing the priest says when he is doing the baptism?
The priest says "I baptise you in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit"
500
Why does the Church adhere to the practice of infant baptism?
Just as every person is born with the ability to speak yet must learn a language, so too every person is born with the capacity to believe but must become acquainted with the faith.
Youcat 197
500
Why is baptism necessary?
Baptism is necessary for salvation.
The Catechism says, "The Lord himself affirms that baptism is necessary for salvation. He commands His disciples to proclaim the gospel to all nations and to baptise them." Catechism 1257