Your Babys Baptism Parent Guide

Baptism is the beginning of your child’s life of faith. As the primary educators of their children, parents have the privilege and duty of carrying this new son or daughter of God into Christ’s family, the Church. With the priest or deacon, godparents, parish, friends, and family, your baby’s baptism will be a celebration and sign of lifelong love and grace. Part of the Liguori Sacramental-PreparationSeries, this book will prepare you for your baby’s special day and remind you of your own baptismal promises and calling. It includes:
*An overview of sin and salvation
*A short history of baptismal practices and traditions
*The meaning of the sacrament and its symbols
*A step-by-step guide to the rite
*Frequent references to Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and other Church documents

Features:
*Discussion of sin, grace, and salvation (the paschal mystery)
*Scripture quotes and connections
*History of the sacrament and infant baptism
*Structure and sequence of the rite of baptism
*Signs
*Next steps for parents and godparents