Columnist: There are many opinions on the subject of baptism but the important thing is what the Lord has declared.

18 1224 Our Lord voluntarily submitted himself to the baptism of St. John, intended for sinners, in order to "fulfill all righteousness." 19 Jesus' gesture is a manifestation of his self-emptying.

Being baptized or dedicated as an infant is a wonderful starting point, but this righteous act by itself does not produce a ...

For a Christian the most important thing that happens is that they meet the Lord Jesus Christ. There is a personal encounter which is a life-changing thing. And baptism is a public declaration.