Understanding Catholic Baptism Steps

What is the first sacrament received in the Catholic Church?

• Confirmation

• Baptism

• Eucharist

• Reconciliation

What is the main symbol used during the Catholic baptism rite?

• Bread

• Water

• Oil of the Sick

• Candle

Who can be baptised in the Catholic Church?

• Only adults

• Only children

• Anyone who has not been baptised before

• Only priests

What is the usual location for a Catholic baptism?

• At home

• In a church

• In a school

• In a hospital

Which of the following is NOT a step in the Catholic baptism rite?

• Anointing with oil

• Lighting of the baptismal candle

• Reading from the Quran

• Pouring of water

What words does the priest say while pouring water during baptism?

• “Peace be with you”

• “I baptise you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit”

• “Go in peace to love and serve the Lord”

• “May the Lord bless you and keep you”

What is the purpose of the white garment given during baptism?

• To keep the baby warm

• To symbolise purity and new life

• To show the family’s wealth

• To match the priest’s robes

Who are godparents in a Catholic baptism?

• The parents of the child

• Friends who attend the ceremony

• Special adults chosen to help guide the child in faith

• The priest and deacon

Which oil is used to anoint the person being baptised?

• Oil of Catechumens

• Olive oil

• Oil of the Sick

• Cooking oil

What does the lighting of the baptismal candle represent?

• The end of the ceremony

• The light of Christ

• The start of a new year

• The warmth of family