baptism

• baptism:

  • is not a usual jewish ritual
  • john the baptist - baptized jesus
  • to wash away people's sins
  • the great commission: 'go and make disciples..'
  • early church baptized people
• infant baptism:

  • done by catholics and orthodox christians
  • removes the original sin for a baby
  • vows are done by the parents and god parents
  • followed by confirmation
  • initiation rite
  • involves water and the signing of the cross with oil