Matthew 28:19 — "Baptize in the Name"

Whether the Trinitarian baptismal formula ('in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit') reflects Jesus's original words or a later liturgical development, and how it relates to Acts' 'in the name of Jesus' baptisms.

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Overall consensus81/100

New Apostolic Church

New Apostolic Church

Unique & Independent

Affirms

Trinitarian baptism formula affirmed; administered by NAC clergy in Trinity

The NAC affirms the traditional interpretation of Matthew 28:19 and baptizes in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost according to the Trinitarian formula. This is the standard practice throughout the NAC.

The NAC administers baptism as one of the foundational sacraments. The Trinitarian invocation reflects the church's commitment to Nicene Trinitarian orthodoxy.

Key Distinctions

Baptismal formula:
Trinitarian: Father, Son, Holy Ghost
Baptism mode:
Baptism recipients:

Scripture References

Sources

  • NAC Catechism on baptism
  • NAC liturgical practice