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Why is Baptism important and why can it not be repeated in a person?

• signifies initiation into the Christian faith, symbolizing purification and the believer's union with Christ.

• It cannot be repeated because it imparts a permanent spiritual mark on the individual, signifying their incorporation into the Church. 

what are the three times Baptism is pre-figured in the Old Testament?

Noah and the flood, the Creation Story, and Moses  crossing the red sea

What does Noah and the flood tell us about the nature of baptism?

death as means to new life. God eradicated the evil that had grown in the world

What does the creation story tell us about the nature of baptism

How the spirit breathed upon the water shows us that from the beginning of time, god gave us the way of restoring our relationship with him

What does Moses parting the Red Sea say about the nature of baptism?

which means that they are freed from sin

What all of these show about the nature of baptism?

Each displays themes of new life, purification of sin, and salvation through God's power from the beginning of time.

Given that Jesus was already free from sin, what are the three reasons He was baptized by John the Baptist?

• to fulfill righteousness,

• identify with humanity,

• begin his ministry to institute baptism. He had no sin but set example for humanity.

What is the first Rite within the Baptism Liturgy?

Prepatory rites

What are rites that make prepatory rites?

• Exorcism which transforms life of sin into life of grace

• Anointing with holy oil which gives grace for spiritual battle and seals + protects from evil

• Laying of hands which opens our eyes and ears for the Holy Spirit.

The actual moment of Baptism, or the Rite of Baptism, has two main
elements. What are those two elements? Be specific in your answer.

The two main element of baptism are the matter and formula. One must be baptized with water, as it is the physical substance for Baptism and cleanses away sin. The 'form' are the words that must be spoken, where the minister must say, "Name", I baptize you in the name of the father, of the son, and of the Holy spirit, it affirms faith in the Holy trinity and center of faith

Within the last Rite of the Liturgy of Baptism, known as the Explanatory Rite, what is the significance of the anointing with
Sacred Chrism?

signifies the gift of the Holy Spirit, it symbolizes our call as baptized to be priests, prophets, and kings

Within the last Rite of the Liturgy of Baptism, known as the Explanatory Rite, what is the significance of being clothed with the
white garment?

It crucially signifies dignity as a new creation cleansed from sin who is now a child of God, who is now one with Christ

Within the last Rite of the Liturgy of Baptism, known as the Explanatory Rite, what is the significance of the Baptismal Candle?

Displayed with its display of symbolism of Jesus' resurrection that the baptized now share in the faith that they have received to be called the children of light.

What does it mean that the Baptized are called to be priest, prophet, and king?

The Baptized are called to be Christ's prophets and kings, as they have been made to share in the priesthood of Jesus Christ, attending their whole lives to prayer and thanksgiving, by participating in the Liturgy, being a prophet of God by living a life of love and faith and doing works of justice, compassion, and peace, participating in the kingly or government ministry of Christ and his church, by letting him rule your life.

Why is Baptism necessary for salvation? How does this relate to one being justified by faith alone?

It is necessary as it is Christ's instituted way to share into his holy work and initiating them into his church. Baptism is the beginning of a Baptized person's journey to everlasting salvation and eternal life. Cleansing of Original sin + made children of God.

According to the Catholic Church, if someone has not been able to receive the Sacrament of Baptism, how can they be saved? Explain
your answer and be specific.

1. Baptism of desire is applied for/ into 3 ways:

- Those who die for the faith

- Catechumens who weren't able to receive the sacrament of Baptism

- All those who, without knowing the Church but acting under the guidance of grace, seek God sincerely and strive to fulfill his will

2. Baptism of Blood:

- When anyone who isn't baptized suffers death for the sake of the faith.

- In this sense the person is baptized into Christ's death and Resurrection by the shedding of their own blood

3. Infants dead before baptism:

Must place trust in God's love & mercy

fight temptation to put limits on God's love & mercy.