baptism

baptism

1. removes original sin

2. rite of entry that allows people to become members of the church

3. the first sacrament, acting as a covenant or agreement between humans and God

4. welcomes people into the Christian community

5. Jesus was baptised as an adult by John the Baptist

6. some believe only adults should be baptised because they think a believer should be able to state their faith

7. celebrates the birth of a child