Signs
What is the main symbolism of Baptism?
Water
Who baptized Jesus?
John the Baptist
Who can be baptized?
Anyone who has not already been baptized.
From what sin does Baptism free a person?
Original Sin
Name the four writers of the Gospels of the New Testament.
Matthew, Mark, Luke, & John
Name at least one universal symbol of Baptism excluding Holy Water.
1) Chrism Oil 2) Candle 3) White Garment
In what river was Jesus baptized?
Jordan River
Who is the ordinary minister in Baptism?
Priest or deacon.
Who do we receive in the Sacrament of Baptism?
The Holy Spirit.
How were Jesus and John the Baptist related?
They were second cousins. Jesus' mother, Mary, and John's mother, Elisabeth, were first cousins.
What does the white garment represent?
Being cleansed before God. Becoming anew.
Who instituted the Sacrament of Baptism?
Jesus
True or False: If someone is unbaptized, and in danger of death, anyone can baptize them.
True, this is called an emergency baptism and it is considered valid by the Church.
True or False: The Lord Himself affirms that Baptism is necessary for salvation.
True
St. Lukes Church is part of the diocese of Worcester. Our pastor is Fr. Riley. What is the name of the Bishop of the Diocese of Worcester?
His Excellency, the Most Reverend Bishop Robert McManus
When Jesus was baptized, what did the Holy Spirit descend like?
Besides Jesus' baptism in the Jordan River, Name another stories from the Bible (either the Old or New Testament) which water is symbolic.
1) Noah's Ark 2) The Exodus - Crossing the Red Sea 3) Jesus' First Miracle - Transformation of water to wine 4) Jesus Walks on the Water
Who are the best and first teachers of a child?
Parents
Through Baptism, a person becomes a member of the...
Church
What do we call the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation?
Sacraments of Initiation
What words do the priest say during Baptism?
" I baptize you in the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."
To whom did Jesus give the authority to Baptize?
The apostles.
Who do parent choose to help in the spiritual upbringing of their child?
Godparents
There are many benefits of baptism, name two...
There are several correct responses, some are:1) Freed from sin 2) Reborn as children of God 3) Become members of Christ / the Church4) Become sharers in the church's mission
What is the name of the current Pope of the Catholic Church?
Pope Francis