Baptism and Christening

In Christian theology, there are primarily two different viewpoints on baptism: believer's baptism and infant baptism. Believer's baptism is the practice of baptizing only those individuals who have personally professed faith in Jesus Christ, while infant baptism is the practice of baptizing infants or young children. Believer's baptism is often associated with denominations such as Baptists and Pentecostals, while infant baptism is common in Catholic, Orthodox, and some Protestant traditions. The theological differences between these viewpoints revolve around the understanding of the purpose and significance of baptism in the life of a believer.

An adult baptism is different because, in a babies baptism the godparents and parents make the commitment to Christ in adult baptism, the participant says the words. Also in adult baptism, the parents don't come up, a sponsor goes up with the participant.

It is only in Matthew's Gospel that John is reluctant to baptise Jesus, saying to him (KJV), "I have need to be baptised of thee, and comest thou to me?"

John's Gospel provides quite the opposite account, with John welcoming Jesus and saying that he had known Jesus would be coming to be baptised (John 1:33), "And I knew him not:but that he sent me to baptise with water, the same said unto me, Upon whom you see the Spirit descending and remaining on him, the same is he which baptizeth with the Holy Spirit."

Yes, general baptism etiquette calls for only invitations to immediate family members and god parents. Extended family members may be invited to the reception following the ceremony.

Because it was By St. John's Baptism that Our Lord was Anointed as the Messiah.

In some churches, when you join the church or when you declare your beliefs publicly or are baptised, the church will present you with a certificate of baptism to commemorate or mark the occasion. In the past, these certificates were maintained at local parishes as a means of identification similar to the birth certificate is used today.

Matthew 3:16 "And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him:"

Luke 3:22 "And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased."

John 1:32 "And John bare record, saying, I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it abode upon him."

The descent of the Holy Ghost as a dove at the baptism of Jesus proved several facts. Firstly, it confirmed Jesus' identity as the anointed Messiah, as the Holy Spirit came upon him. Secondly, it demonstrated the divine endorsement of Jesus' ministry. Lastly, it indicated the beginning of Jesus' public ministry and the initiation of the new covenant with humanity.

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There is no specific patron saint of baptism. However, John the Baptist is often associated with baptism as he is known for baptizing Jesus in the Jordan River. Therefore, some may consider him as a spiritual guide and intercessor in matters related to baptism.

Yes, chrism is used in baptism in some Christian traditions, particularly in the Catholic and Orthodox churches. Chrism is a sacred oil that is blessed by a bishop and used to anoint the person being baptized, symbolizing the sealing of the Holy Spirit and their initiation into the Christian faith.

No, Shakespeare's work was not first published at his baptism. Shakespeare's plays and poetry were published during his lifetime, with the first collection of his plays published in 1623, seven years after his death. However, it is unclear if Shakespeare himself oversaw the publication of his work, or if they were published by others after his death.

In very traditional Catholic churches, like in Italy, you will likely see women with their hair covered. If the church chooses, they can insist you wear a veil or scarf. However, in most American churches, even Catholic churches, most women do not cover their hair.

Different Christian denominations have different beliefs about baptism. Some believe that baptism by immersion is the only valid form of baptism, while others accept other modes, such as pouring or sprinkling. Ultimately, most Christians believe that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, rather than the specific mode of baptism.

Baptize is a religious ritual in which a person is immersed in water or has water poured over them as a symbol of purification or initiation into the faith. It is practiced in various religions, including Christianity, as a way to show commitment to God and to mark the beginning of a new spiritual journey. Baptism is seen as a sacrament or a sacred act with deep spiritual significance.

Some Christian denominations practice backward immersion during baptism as a symbol of being buried with Christ and rising to new life. It is believed that by fully immersing the body backward, it represents the death and burial of the old sinful self, and rising to a new life in Christ. Other denominations may practice frontward immersion or pouring of water as a symbol of cleansing and purification. The specific practice may vary depending on the beliefs and traditions of the particular Christian denomination.

In an emergency situation, ANYONE, even someone who is not baptized, CAN baptize anyone if they intend to do what the Church does when she baptizes. That being said, a Catholic deacon MAY baptize a baby legitimately for the Church. In the second case the deacon is acting as an ordained minister and fulfilling his function as such.

"godparent" and "sponsor" mean the same. Meaning they are the representatives of the child.

Christianity is the only religion that practices baptism. Most other faiths (Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, etc) have some sort of declaration of faith or 'initiation' - Baptism is the Christian version.

Baptism varies between different Christian denominations. Some view baptism as essential and others believe it is optional. Baptism can reflect membership in a specific congregation or denomination as well as a personal commitment to be a follower of Jesus Christ. How a baptism is performed also varies. Baptism may be performed by sprinkling or pouring water over a person's head, or by complete immersion under the water. A baptism may be done in a church baptismal font or in some other body of water. Some denominations baptize people of all ages, including infants. Others have a minimum age, wanting only those old enough to understand baptism to participate. Some require special clothing to be worn, special water to be used, or one who has a certain authority, priesthood, or title to perform the baptism.

Check out the "related links" below to see photos and videos of various Christian baptisms.