The Order of Baptism of Children is the official English translation of Ordo Baptismi Parvulorum, editio typica altera © 1986 for use in Canada.
Features:
· Retains the easy to use order and chapters of the previous edition
· All options for the Blessing of Water are printed in place
· Psalm texts are included for singing during the processions
· Gospel passages are inserted in place for Baptism without Mass
· More complete rubrics and texts for the Introductory Rites for Baptism within Mass
· Inclusion of the Collect and Prayer after Communion from the ritual for possible use in Ordinary Time
· Litany including Saints from the Liturgical Calendar Proper to Canada
The ritual includes:
· Christian Initiation: General Introduction
· The Order of Baptism of Children: Introduction
· The Order of Baptism of Several Children without Mass
· The Order of Baptism of Several Children within Mass
· The Order of Baptism of One Child without Mass
· The Order of Baptism of One Child within Mass
· The Order of Baptism for a Large Number of Children
· The Order of Baptism of Children to be Used by Catechists in the Absence of a Priest or Deacon
· The Order of Baptism of Children in Danger of Death, or at the Point of Death, to be Used in the Absence of a Priest or Deacon
· The Order of Bringing a Baptized Child to the Church
· Various Texts for Use in the Celebration of Baptism for Children
The use of this ritual is mandatory in the Dioceses of Canada beginning Easter Sunday, 4 April 2021.
xxiv + 241 pages, 19 x 26.5 cm, gold stamped hardcover, three ribbons
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
MPN: 182-435