Affirms
Matthew 28:19 Trinitarian formula affirmed; administered in Father, Son, Holy Spirit
The Old Catholic Church affirms the traditional interpretation of Matthew 28:19 and administers baptism in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. This Trinitarian baptismal formula is foundational to Old Catholic sacramental theology.
Old Catholic baptism is understood as the sacrament of entry into the church, conferring sanctifying grace and removing sin.
Key Distinctions
- Baptismal formula:
- Trinitarian: Father, Son, Holy Spirit
- Baptism mode:
- Baptism recipients:
Scripture References
Sources
- Old Catholic Catechism
- Old Catholic liturgical tradition