The Doctrine of God the Sanctifier

The Sacrament of Baptism

Concept of Baptism and Its Sacramental Nature

#166 Baptism is a true Sacrament instituted by Jesus Christ.

The Outward Sign of Baptism

#167 The materia remota of the Sacrament of Baptism is true and natural water.

The Effects of Baptism

#168 Baptism confers the grace of justification.

#169 Baptism effects the remission of all punishments of sin, both the eternal and the temporal.

#170 Even if it be unworthily received, valid Baptism imprints on the soul of the recipient an indelible spiritual mark, the Baptismal Character, and for this reason, the Sacrament cannot be repeated.

The Necessity of Baptism

#171 Baptism by water (Baptismus fluminis) is, since the promulgation of the Gospel, necessary for all men without exception, for salvation.

The Minister of Baptism

#172 Baptism can be validly administered by anyone.

The Recipient of Baptism

#173 Baptism can be received by any person in the wayfaring state who is not already baptised.

#174 The Baptism of young children is valid and licit.

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