Part III: Lesson 24

Question 1

147. What is Baptism?

Answer 1

Baptism is the sacrament that gives our souls the new life of grace by which we become children of God.

Question 2

148. What sins does Baptism take away?

Answer 2

Baptism takes away original sin; and also actual sins, if there be any, and all the punishment due to them.

Question 3

149. Who can administer Baptism?

Answer 3

The priest is the usual minister of Baptism, but if there is danger that someone will die without Baptism, anyone else may and should baptize.

Question 4

150. How would you give Baptism?

Answer 4

I would give Baptism by pouring ordinary water on the forehead of the person to be baptized, saying while pouring it: “I baptize thee in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”