Baptism And Prayer Flashcards
Name the 4 symbols used in a baptism
Holy water, candle, white garment, oils X2 catechumens and the chrism
What oil do they use in baptism first
They use catechumens first
Name the 8 stages of infant baptism
Welcoming, bible readings and cermon, Exorcism and anointing, Baptismal promises, baptism, Anointing with chrism, White garment and baptismal candle, the final blessing
What does the priest do during the welcome
The priest welcomes the parents and godparents and reminds them of their duty, the sign of cross is made on the baby’s forehead as symbol that they belong to god
What Happens during the bible readings and sermon
During the bible readings and sermon, passages from bible read by participants to symbolise word of god
What happens during the exorcism and anointing
During the exorcism and anointing, the Priest anoints baby with oil of catechumens as a sign of strength
What happens during baptismal promises
During the baptismal promises, the water in baptismal font is blessed, parents and godparents express their faith and make promises and answers questions from the priest
What happens during the baptism
During the baptism, Water from baptismal font if poured over baby’s head 3 times, the baby has now entered the life of Jesus
What happens during the anointing with chrism
During the anointing with chrism, baby is anointed with oils of chrism that they have been chosen by god to be member of Catholic Church
What happens during white garment and baptismal candle
During the white garment and baptismal candle, A white shawl is wrapped around the baby and candle is lit from paschal candle
What happens during
Give four examples of prayer
Formal prayer, informal prayer, thanksgiving prayer, petition prayer,
What is meant by prayer
An act of communication by humans with god
Why do people pray
To get closer to god, to ask for forgiveness, to pray for a loved one, to pray for health
Name four aids to prayer
Candles, rosary beads, cross, prayer mat
