1-it's important in anglican and most other christian branches
2-baptism isn't just dunking your head in water. when you come out, you leave your sins in the water and are forgiven and purified. it is the ultimate commitment to Jesus and God.
(unless your a young child when the event occurs. if your in this situation, you can get confirmed, which means you confirm you want to follow Jesus. like a second, less wet baptism.)
Christianity
Chiefly, Christianity especially the Roman Catholic church.
Roman Catholic AnswerThere are several symbols for Catholic Baptism: water, oils, a shell, a white garment, a candle.
Roman Catholic AnswerYes, any Baptism done with the correct formula and intention, by anybody, is valid, and thus accepted by the Church.
Yes, Melkites are members of a Catholic rite in union with Rome and can be a sponsor at a Roman Catholic baptism.
Roman Catholic AnswerThe first step is always Baptism.
Roman Catholic AnswerBecause without Baptism, you can not validly receive any of the other sacraments.
Roman Catholic Christianity.
Roman Catholic Christianity
It is a Christian Denomination..
Christianity- Roman Catholic
No. Its Christian. Catholic is part of the Roman Catholic Church, wich is based on Christianity