Baptism
The Water of God’s Love
Water is a part of who we are as humans, making up roughly 60 percent of our bodies. It’s also part of who we are as Christians, as by it, we are baptized into our new lives.
Water Is Life
Reflect According to God’s beautiful designs, living creatures require water, and we are among the many millions of species who depend on the refreshment, nourishment, and cleansing power of water. Birth, Baptism, hydration, cooking: How many ways has water transformed ...
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Christianity at Its Best—and Worst
They say you’ll never meet an atheist in a foxhole. But what about in a swimming pool?
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Baptizing Grandchildren Secretly
At a recent meeting, the topic of unbaptized grandchildren came up. I have been told by many priests and deacons that I could not baptize my grandchildren because it can only be administered once. What happens when grandparents baptize their ...
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Understanding the Sacrament of Baptism
Having a baby baptized is both an act of faith and a cultural affair. It is both a statement of trust in the goodness of God as well as a family event that can be faith-filled. Baptism is the beginning ...
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The Sacrament of Baptism: A Good Place to Start
The Sacrament of Baptism: A fitting place to begin! We commonly say that the sacraments are signs that effect what they signify. That’s a fancy way of saying that they do what they say they do.
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Rediscovering Catholic Traditions: Holy Water
The ancients said everything was composed of four elements: earth, air, fire, and water. Jesus used all these elements as tools for teaching and miracle-making, but water is a clear favorite. Foot-washing (I’ve heard rumors) was once part of sacramental ...
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