Renewal of Baptismal Promises

V. Do you reject Satan?
R. I do.

V. And all his works?

R. I do.

V. And all his empty promises?

R. I do.

V. Do you believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth?

R. I do.

V. Do you believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was born of the Virgin Mary was crucified, died, and was buried, rose from the dead, and is now seated at the right hand of the Father?

R. I do.

V. Do you believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting?

R. I do.

V. God, the all-powerful Father of our Lord Jesus Christ has given us a new birth by water and the Holy Spirit, and forgiven all our sins. May he also keep us faithful to our Lord Jesus Christ for ever and ever.

R. Amen.

(This is a family service that is directed by one of the parents. The family members renew their baptismal vows and sprinkle themselves with the Easter water,)

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More information about Renewal of Baptismal Promises

The Renewal of Baptismal Promises is a Catholic prayer that is recited during the Easter Vigil Mass. It is a reaffirmation of the promises made by Catholics at their baptism and a recommitment to the Catholic faith.

The history of the Renewal of Baptismal Promises can be traced back to the early Christian Church. In the early days of Christianity, baptism was the central sacrament of initiation into the church. The Renewal of Baptismal Promises was a way for Christians to remember and reaffirm their commitment to the faith.

In the Middle Ages, the Catholic Church developed the liturgy for the Easter Vigil, which included the Renewal of Baptismal Promises. It became an important part of the observance of Easter.

The Renewal of Baptismal Promises is a solemn and reflective prayer that reminds Catholics of the promises made at their baptism. It asks for forgiveness and mercy for sins, for the strength to resist temptation, and for the courage to be a witness to the Catholic faith.

Today, the Renewal of Baptismal Promises remains an important part of the Catholic Church’s liturgy. It is an opportunity for Catholics to renew their commitment to the faith and to remember the promises made at their baptism. It is a call to prayer and reflection, and a reminder of the importance of the Catholic faith in the lives of believers.