38 The mystagogy of the celebration 1234 The meaning and grace of the sacrament of Baptism are clearly seen in the rites of its celebration. By following the gestures and words of this celebration ...

It is possible through the magnificent gift of baptism. In baptism the Father begins to lavish his divine life (i.e. grace) upon us. Many Catholic parents think of baptism as just something you do ...

Baptism, administered with water and the words "I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit," erases this sin and allows the person to begin a new life in God's grace.

Cards on the table: I hold a full-blown, whole-hog “high sacramental” view of baptism. It’s a visible word of the gospel; it’s a means of grace; it’s an effective sign. By the power of ...

The Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Logan, which has stood in its place west of Old Main Hill for almost 60 years, recently ...