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The sacrament of baptism may be carried out at any point during Lent. It is, however, customary not to baptise people on Good Friday or Holy Saturday (that is, after the Maundy Thursday mass until the celebration of Easter Vigil), unless they are in immediate danger of death.
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∙ 14y agoAs a priest in the Orthodox Church, I can aver that baptisms may be performed at any time during the year. However, in the case of newborn children being baptized (which is the most frequent occurrence of the sacrament), the family will often wait until a period of fasting is over -- not because the sacrament is forbidden, but because the celebration held afterwards should be restricted to fasting foods during fasting periods. (There are four major fasting periods in the Orthodox ecclesial year: Great Lent, the "Nativity Fast," the "Dormition Fast" and the "Apostles Fast" before the Feast of Ss. Peter and Paul.) Though a baptism may be performed on most any day, the most traditional practice is to do so on Sunday, the Lord's Day, as a connection to the Resurrection. In the early centuries of the Christian Church, those converting to the Faith were usually baptized at Pascha (Easter), and that spiritual connection remains essential. (previous answer posted):
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∙ 14y agoYes, you can.
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∙ 11y agoYes, but not during Holy Week.
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∙ 16y agoYes
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What sacraments do we focus on during lent?
Many people choose to go to confession during Lent.
Can baptism be done during advent in the catholic church?
Yes, although most Pastors discourage the practice.Canon 856 of the Code of Canon Law says that, although Baptism may be celebrated on any day, it is commendable to celebrate it ordinarily on Sunday or, if possible, at the Easter Vigil. The Code also encourages Baptism during the celebration of the Eucharist so that the relationship between Baptism and Eucharist will be clearly seen.Since Lent is sufficiently close to Easter, most Pastors recommend that the baptism be performed at Easter.
Where was the first baptism performed?
The first Baptism happened during the time of Saint John the Baptist.He was the first to perform it.
Why is Lent important to catechumens?
You mean why is it done during Lent? Because lent is the particular time of the year that christians focus on their sins and repent, and baptism is the washing away of sins. Also the end of Lent is when christ rises from the dead and removes from us our sins.
Did Jesus die in Lent?
No, Lent is a creation of man. Jesus told his disciples to observe two things, baptism and breaking of bread.
What prayer of the mass is omitted during Lent?
The Gloria is not said or sung and the Alleluia is not said during Lent.
When is there no mass celebrated during lent?
there is never no mass celebrated during lent
When prayers and practices are associated with lent?
During Lent.
What symbols do you use for lent?
Ashes in Ash Wednesday,palm during palm Sunday,Fire symbolize the Holy Spirit action during Easter Vigil,Water for Baptism,paschal candle symbolize the alpha and omega of God
Can Catholics have pies during Lent?
Yes, Catholics may eat pies during Lent unless they are meat pies and those may not be eaten on Fridays during Lent.
Can I get married between orthodox Lent and orthodox Easter?
No, you cannot get married during the period when Orthodox Lent begins and Orthodox Easter, as Great Lent is a period of mourning and fasting. You can get married before Lent or after Easter, but not during Lent.
What happens if you are over 18 during Lent?
Nothing in particular happens if you are over 18 during Lent.
