Baptism does what nothing else can. As Martin Luther said, by baptism “we are made holy and are saved, which no other kind of life, no work upon earth, can attain.” All of God’s promises come together ...

1213 Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua) , 4 and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism ...

Last Sunday was one of the most special days of my life - I had the incredible privilege of baptizing both my son and daughter. As a pastor, baptizing my own children wasn’t just part of my duty; it ...

A. St. John the Baptist did not institute the Sacrament of Baptism, for Christ alone could institute a Sacrament. The baptism given by St. John had the effect of a Sacramental; that is ...

Columnist: There are many opinions on the subject of baptism but the important thing is what the Lord has declared.

A California pastor is on a mission to hold the biggest mass baptism in world history. Mark Francey of Oceans Church in San ...

Kentucky Baptists are celebrating a surge in baptisms with 12,654 reported during the past reporting year (ending March 15).

Origen says that Christ “did not perform the sign the devil sought, because he worked his signs to help those who saw them.” ...

The transfiguration prepares us for the passion, death and resurrection of the Lord. St. Luke’s telling of the event draws us into the mystery of divine love, a love that embraces human suffering and ...

Twal is the first patriarchal vicar of Jordan to be ordained on Jordanian soil at a crucial time for the region, amidst the ...