Comments on: Can I be baptized in the Catholic Church in the United States even though I am Catholic but Protestant Fiancee Wants You Abroad?

By: Veritatu

Veritatu — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

All of the baptism with water according to the formula Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) is valid, regardless of where or who performs it. This is from the Catechism. I have no idea why the Catholic Church in the Philippines would require a re-baptism, unless he was not in the formula or not done with water.
Not that the priest shot eyes - was that really do nothing. He was only baptized once.

By: fenian19

fenian19 — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

his Protestant baptism is acceptable and you are not required to be renamed. you may want talk with a Catholic priest in the area, that way you can explain to his girlfriend. if in the process of relationship you want to become Catholic again will have to go through RCIA classes the priest can go through this with you. if they are not willing to talk with a Catholic priest http://www.ewtn.com going to have a forum for Catholics to send answers your question and you answered by an expert. they will know about the situation in the Philippines and the requirements that exist. god bless.

By: imacatho

imacatho — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

Jesus said, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized shall be saved. "(Mark 16:15-16)
The Catholic Church believes that it can only be saved once and therefore should only be baptized once.
The Nicene Creed says: "We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins."
The Catholic Church recognizes the baptism of anyone (including you), who was baptized with water and the words, "[Name], I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit."
With love in Christ.

By: swbarnes

swbarnes — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

I married into a Catholic church and the Catholic ceremony, and he baptized Episcopalian.
Therefore, be baptized in a Catholic church is not a requirement, at least in America. Only one is baptized.
I'm not even sure if that was a Catholic church rebaptize.
You should talk to the priest who will marry you.

By: Mommy_to

Mommy_to — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

We as Catholics believe in one baptism.
If you have been baptized in a mainstream Christian church (Mormon, JW or not), all you need do is submit your certificate of baptism.
Catholics are not married Catholcis all the time. No big deal.

By: LLCoolJ0

LLCoolJ0 — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

No, there is only one baptism for the forgiveness of sin. If you wanted to convert to Catholicism (which I think is what she is really want you to do), would have to go through the RCIA classes at the church so that they could be received into full communion (being part of the Catholic Church ). The priest finally rolled his eyes, he will welcome you throughout the heart. Also make sure you understand what that entails the conversion. There's a lot of soul searching and this decision should not be taken lightly. Good luck and God bless you and your girlfriend. "

By: R

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

Free advise … not marry a filipino

By: Daniel F

Daniel F — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

I am sure that you want to learn about faith in the first place. I suggest you talk to a priest.

By: johnnywa

johnnywa — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:18 +0000

Whewwwwww ????????? brother?
You really need to think about all this stuff baptism.
What we are asking it to do well if they are not serious about God. If some joker is making a point, or play some silly games, go for it if you can get some priest to fall for it.
BUT
If you are serious about God, forget it, and get spiritual help. If you are serious about the girl and marry her just forget baptism. This is wrong, badly wrong.

By: Freedom

Freedom — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:22:17 +0000

The Catholic Church recognizes baptisms from other churches. Baptism is baptism, and only get it once. That is the policy of the Vatican City, Philippines, and if he wants something more than it is offline.
If you are interested in becoming Catholic, will have to take a class (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) and confirmed in the Catholic Church. But I advise you to do so only if you're serious about becoming a Catholic, not only because his girlfriend wants you. If you are not serious about becoming a Catholic, you can still marry her but she has to agree to raise the children Catholic. Take the class (RCIA) even if you do not want to become Catholic. (You are welcome to take a free class, regardless of their intentions.) At least then we will have a better idea of what you are doing when they posed to children in the church. Protestants in the U.S. eat a lot of misinformation about the Catholic Church.