Baptism is the Sacrament of a Lifetime
Catholic Parent Know-How: Preparing Your Child for Baptism is not just about the moment of Baptism, because Baptism is not just about one moment. Baptism is a lifetime sacrament. It happens only once (it cannot be repeated) -- but it is about the rest of our lives. What we do and say in those few moments is lived each day for the rest of our lives.
For the first years of your child's life, yours will be the most important influence in his/her understanding of life as a follower of Jesus and life as a member of the Catholic Church. At Baptism your child is a Christian, but your child becomes a Christian as the years unfold. What a challenge, but what a privileged responsibility you have in that!
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| Pages | 8 |
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| Copyright | 2016 |
| ISBN | 978-1-68192-067-2 |
| Item | X1811 |
As children watch their parents living out the Christian life, they, too, grow in Faith. This booklet has an overview of the development of the preschool age child. It has a summary of the six basic tasks of faith formation and how to help your child in each of these areas. In addition, it has a summary of the key themes your child will explore this year in Allelu!, and a prayer.
Short, concise articles show parents how to share the sacraments with their children. This booklet explains the sacraments and the ceremonies. Includes family activities and prayers.