What is a christening and how are they different?

In the Catholic or Anglican Church, a Christening is a type ofbaptism.A child is christened with a new, Christian name in a gathering of family and friends after being baptized.Children are welcomed into the Church with the help of godparents.A vital part of the Christian faith is being christened, as this is an important moment for these young Christians.

Children and babies are usually christened in Catholic and Episcopal churches, which signify spiritual cleansing and rebirth.The baby is christened with a sprinkling of water on their head and welcomed into the Church fellowship.

In the eyes of the Church of England, a baby dedication has the same meaning as a Christening.Your child is precious to you and dear to God, according to the Church of England.God and you both want the best for them.You want them to make the right choices.A christening is just the beginning.

Being there for your child to ask questions about hope, faith and love is a journey you will share with them over the years.Please pray for your child through the ups and downs of their faith journey.Showing them how to make good choices.Through their church, they can learn more about their faith.It is a commitment to start.

During a baby dedication, the children are prayed for by family and friends, similar to when a child is christened.Baby dedications are similar to the promises made in the ceremony to care for the child as he or she grows up.

The receiving of a new Christian name and godparents to encourage and strengthen the faith of the christened baby in their life is the significance of Christening.

In the 4th century, St. John Chrysostom encouraged parents to give their children names of holy men and women known for their strength and virtue, in order that the children might look to them.

It is customary for the family to choose a godparent or godman to help guide the child and help them in the faith.

The Church of England says that every child should have at least three godparents.Although there is no official maximum number of godparents, three or four is usual, because of the very special role they have in supporting your child's faith journey.They should be confirmed as well.

Jews, Greeks, slaves, and free were all made to drink a single spirit after beingbaptized into it.1Corinthians 12:13

Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved.Mark 16:24