baptism
noun
a ceremonial immersion in water, or application of water, as an initiatory rite or sacrament of the Christian church.
baptismal
-
a word derived from
baptism.
Example Sentences
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She begins to cross-reference family lore with a stunning trove of mail in original packaging, baptismal records from remote towns, court filings and Freedom of Information requests.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
To prove their ties to Canada - however far back they may go - many have had to look up historic records like census reports, baptismal records and birth certificates.
From BBC ● May 1, 2026
Some Christian faith groups hold an Easter vigil between sunset Saturday and sunrise Sunday, which can include a renewal of believers’ baptismal vows.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 29, 2024
His baptism there as a member occurred because at the time it was the only church facility in town with a baptismal font.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 11, 2023
On the Sunday I was baptized, Reverend John Cross dipped me deep into the church’s pool of warm baptismal water.
From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry
