Godparents, Limbo and Believers' Baptism

Overview

Recall questions on what godparents undertake, emergency baptism by a lay person, the position on limbo and what believers' baptism requires.

What you need to know

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Questions from this subtopic

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1. 1

   What do godparents undertake at a Catholic baptism?

   Model answer

   They profess the faith on the child's behalf and promise to help the parents raise the child in the Christian faith.

2. 2

   Why may an ordinary lay person baptise in an emergency?

   Model answer

   Because baptism is held to be necessary for salvation, so anyone may baptise a dying infant using water and the proper words.

3. 3

   What was limbo, and what is the Church's present position?

   Model answer

   Limbo was a suggested state of natural happiness for unbaptised infants; it was never defined doctrine, and the Church now expresses hope that God saves such children.

4. 4

   Define believers' baptism.

   Model answer

   Baptism given only to those old enough to make their own profession of faith.

5. 5

   How is baptism performed in the Baptist tradition?

   Model answer

   By total immersion in a baptistery or open water, after the candidate has given a public testimony of personal faith.

6. 6

   Why do Baptists call baptism an ordinance rather than a sacrament?

   Model answer

   They see it as an act of obedience commanded by Christ that symbolises what God has already done, rather than a rite that itself conveys grace.

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