Baptism & Christening

Baptism is significant in that it represents the forgiveness and cleansing from sin that comes through faith in Jesus Christ. Baptism publicly acknowledges one's confession of faith and belief in the gospel message. It also symbolizes the sinner's entrance into the community of believers of the church.

Christening refers to the naming ceremony (to "christen" means to "give a name to") where as baptism is one of seven sacraments of the Catholic Church.