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Describe and explain the central features of infant and believers baptism.
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Caroline White 10FW R.E Coursework AO1: Describe and explain the central features of infant and believers baptism. Infant Baptism Anglican, Orthodox, Copt, Roman Catholic and few protestant churches baptise infants. The priest (or Deacon) welcomes the family and friends of the infant into the church and starts the ceremony by saying, "Faith is the gift to his people. In baptism the Lord is adding to our number those whom he is calling. People of God, will you welcome these children and uphold them in their new life in Christ?" (Mark, a Gospel for Today) The family then reply, "With the help of God we will." (Mark, a Gospel for Today) Infants who are baptised usually have Godparents; depending on the sex of the infant they should have about 3 Godparents. Godparents are usually Aunts, Uncles or close friends of the family. Godparents are chosen to help care for the child and to bring the child up as...
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