So why does baptism rank so low among these students’ spiritual concerns? I’ve noticed at least three background assumptions they tend to share. First, my students see baptism as purely symbolic.

Baptism is a significant moment in a Christian's life, marking the beginning of their journey in faith and their belonging to the Church of Christ.

And to think that baptism alone could suffice ... BERGOGLIO: It is what De Lubac calls «spiritual worldliness». It is the greatest danger for the Church, for us, who are in the Church.

He cautioned that it is very wrong for pastors to place a levy for prayers, baptism, or gospel and other spiritual services. Speaking in Calabar on Sunday while delivering a sermon with the theme ...