Christian baptism of a baby
I can understand how infant baptism welcomes a new child into the family of the church.
Christian baptism of a baby
I can understand how infant baptism welcomes a new child into the family of the church.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- At an infant baptism, a child is welcomed into the church using water.
- There are important symbols such as water, the cross and a candle.
- During an infant baptism, parents and godparents make promises for the new child.
Keywords
Infant baptism - a sacred ceremony where a baby is welcomed into the church family of God
Promise - an agreement to do or not do something
Godparent - an individual chosen by the parents to take a role in the child's Christian upbringing and development
Common misconception
Every Christian tradition has an infant baptism.
Christians have different traditions for how to welcome a new baby.
Equipment
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Starter quiz
4 Questions
a way of doing something that has existed for a long time
a way of marking a happy day or event
an event to celebrate a special occasion
Exit quiz
4 Questions
an individual chosen by the parents for their child's baptism
a special mark on the baby's head to show they belong to God
the event where a baby becomes part of God's family