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Reborn Video 2 – Entering the Mystery, The Rite Explained

As we discussed in the last session, the Sacrament of Baptism is an essential part of God’s plan for salvation, actually conferring the grace it represents. In a society that highly celebrates personal choice, it may come as a surprise that something as important and life-changing as Baptism can be chosen on behalf of an infant; the sacrament is not reserved for consenting adults or children. What is the Church’s rationale for baptizing infants?

We’ll also explore the significant signs and symbols in the Rite of Baptism in order to understand the vital change effected by this sacrament. It’s much more than just pouring water and pronouncing the name of the Trinity.

Name (or both names of couple is completing the class together)(Required)

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1. You will need to pause the video. What are the 5 main parts of the Rite of Baptism?(Required)

2. Baptism brings us into the family of God, the Church. This means so much more than just being welcomed into the local parish. The family of God stretches across time and culture. What does it mean to be a part of the family of God? How will you help your child or godchild understand and live out his or her identity as part of the family of God?(Required)

3. During the baptismal ceremony what will the parents and godparents renew and affirm? Why do they do this?

4. What does the sign of the cross on the child’s forehead mean?

5. What are your responsibilities as a parent or godparent in raising your child or godchild in the Catholic faith?