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Dereks

Baptism Book


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Dear Derek,

As a primary presidency, we are so very excited for this eventful year in your life.

Turning 8 means a lot of fun and special things happen to you. You will get to make the

choice to be baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and with that

come special promises and blessings. You will also get to participate in the Faith in God

program with the help of your parents, youll be able to complete goals to come closer to

your Heavenly Father.

We hope that you will be able to use this baptism book as a fun learning tool andkeepsake to help you remember your special day, and we hope you know how much you

are loved especially that our Heavenly Father loves you.

With Love,

Sister Welch, Sister Branham, and Sister Opp


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Covenants we make at baptism

A covenant is a two-way promise. We make promises to our Heavenly Father, and our

Heavenly Father makes promises to us.

We make promises at baptism:

1. We promise to take upon us the name ofJesus Christ.

This means that we will become followers of

Jesus and will become known as Christians.

2. We will always think of Jesus throughoutour lives.

When we have a decision to make, we will remember Jesus, and think of what he would

want us to do.

3. We promise to serve Jesus by keeping his commandments and following histeachings throughout our lives.

This means we will learn what is right and strive to live the example he has set for us.

Our Heavenly Father promises us at baptism:

1. He promises to forgive us of our sinsThrough repentance, when we make mistakes we are able to pray to our Heavenly Father

and right our wrongs. He promises that he will remember our sins no more.

2. He will always have His Spirit to be with us.By receiving our confirmation, we are given the gift of the Holy Ghost to be our constant

companion. The Holy Ghost is there to help us make good choices and to feel comfort

and love.

3. He promises us that we can return and live with Him again.When we keep our promises made at baptism, our Heavenly Father promises that we can

return and live with Him forever.


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Taking the sacrament renews our baptismal

covenants

When we partake of the sacrament we renew our baptismal covenants, or our promises

we made with our Heavenly Father.

Think about the sacrament prayers and the words that are said. This is why taking the

sacrament is so important.

Sacrament Prayers

Doctrine and Covenants 20:77

Oh God, the Eternal Father, we ask thee in the name of thy Son, Jesus Christ, to bless and

sanctify this bread to the souls of all those who partake of it, that they may eat in

remembrance of the body of the Son, and witness unto thee, O God, the Eternal Father,

that they are willing to take upon them the name of thy Son, and always remember him

and keep his commandments which he has given them; that they may always have his

Spirit to be with them. Amen.

Doctrine and Covenants 20:79

Oh God, the Eternal Father, we ask thee in the name of thy Son, Jesus Christ, to bless and

sanctify this water to the souls of all those who drink of it, that they may do it in

remembrance of the blood of the Son, which was shed for them; that they may witness

unto thee, O God, the Eternal Father, that they do always remember him, that they may

have his Spirit to be with them. Amen.


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I Will Make and Keep My Baptismal

Covenant

BY CHERYL ESPLIN (Friend May 2009)

Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God

(John 3:5).

I Will Make and Keep My Baptismal Covenant

Baptism is the first ordinance of the gospel. It puts you on the path that leads to eternal

life. By being baptized, you show that you believe in Jesus Christ and have faith in Him.When you are baptized you make a covenant to take upon you the name of Jesus Christ,

to always remember Him, and to obey His commandments.

You must be baptized before you can be confirmed a member of the Church and receive

the gift of the Holy Ghost. You also must be baptized before you can enter the celestial

kingdom and live again with Heavenly Father and Jesus.

Heavenly Father promises that when you are baptized and confirmed, the Holy Ghost willbe with you as long as you live worthy of His promptings. The Holy Ghost testifies of

Jesus Christ and bears witness when you are taught the truth. The Holy Ghost can help

guide you and your family in following Jesus Christ and making good choices.

Activity

On the next page, find your way through the maze that leads to eternal life. When you

come to a scripture reference, look up the scripture and read it. If it talks about something

that leads to eternal life, stay on that path. If it talks about something that would not lead

to eternal life, take the other path.


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Questions and Answers about Baptism(from the Friend August 2008)

Do I make a promise when I am baptized?

Yes. You promise to keep Heavenly Fathers commandments. He promises that you can live

with Him in His kingdom. These promises are called covenants.

Where will I be baptized?

Where possible, you will be baptized in a font in a stake center. If you cannot be baptized in a

font, you may be baptized anywhere approved by your bishop or branch president, such as a

pond or ocean. There has to be enough water to cover you completely. Thats what baptism by

immersion means.

Why is baptism important?

Its more than importantit is necessary. Jesus Christ said that people must be baptized to

belong to His Church and enter the kingdom of God (see John 3:5).

Is baptism scary?

No. The person baptizing you holds onto you the whole time. You are under the water for only a

moment.

What do I need to do to prepare to be baptized?

Want to be baptized.

Keep the commandments.

Be willing to live the teachings of Jesus Christ and follow His example.

Be interviewed by your bishop or branch president.

Why arent babies baptized in our Church?

Children are born innocent. Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ give parents eight years to teach

their children the gospel so their children can learn right from wrong before they become

accountable for their sins. (See D&C 68:25.)

Who can baptize me?


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A priest in the Aaronic Priesthood or a man who holds the Melchizedek Priesthood.

When can I be baptized?

You need to be at least eight years old (see D&C 68:27).

What will the person baptizing me say?

Having been commissioned of Jesus Christ, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the

Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen (D&C 20:73).

What happens after baptism?

After you are baptized, you are confirmed a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day

Saints and you receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. You are then accountable for your sins, and

you need to repent when you do something wrong. Before you take the sacrament each week,you should repent of whatever you did wrong that week and ask for forgiveness. Then when you

take the sacrament, you covenant to take upon yourself the name of Jesus Christ, which means

you will always try to remember Him, follow His example, and obey Him. When you do this,

you are promised that His Spirit will be with you.

What will I wear when I am baptized?

White clothing usually borrowed from your ward, stake, district, or mission, or you can wear

your own ordinarily white pants and a white shirt for boys and a white dress for girls (make sure

to wear white underwear).

Do the scriptures tell about people who were baptized?

Yes! Here are some you can read about:

Adam: Moses 6:6465

Alma: Mosiah 18:816

Jesus Christ: Matthew 3:1317

3,000 in one day: Acts 2:3841

Paul: Acts 9:1718

Limhi and his people: Mosiah 25:1718

Zeezrom: Alma 15:12

Joseph Smith: JSH 1:6871


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Baptism Word Find

B N P T H E X A M P L E O C D N O H V

A W D R E V C O N F I R M A T I O N S A

P R A Y E R N S T O R D A N R I V E R

T F E T O N A S H O S A R M D A S P T L

I P H E E E N T I H Y E H G I E R C O E

S A D A R I G L N H A S I U S E G A T

M U O N N A D M I T L U I G Y E M H X I

T T G P F N R L A H S E D F O S M I D R

C H U R C H O F E S U S C H R I S T D

I O T I N O W I B L E S S I N G D S H

N R F H D C O M M A N D M E N T L E V A

O I O A P E C A I P G H I M E O L B D E

R T G A T E W A Y T O H E A V E N E A V

A Y I H L K S K B I P R I E S T H O O D

A E T H G I E O E S R E P E N T A N C E

H E A V E N L Y T S O H G Y L O H R V

Aaronic CTR Hol Ghost Ordinance

Authorit Exam le Immersion Pra er

Ba tism Faith Jesus Priesthood

Blessin Father ohn the Ba tist Re entance

Church ofJesus Christ Gatewa to heaven Jordan River Sinless

Commandment Godhead Jose h Smith

Confirmation Heavenl Love Water
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Baptism Crossword Puzzle

Across

1. How old must you be to be baptized?2. When we are confirmed we receive the gift of

the _____ _____.

3. We must be dressed in _____ to be baptized.4. Baptism by _____ is the only way.5. What fractional amount of your incomeshould be tithed?6. Babies are _____ but are not baptized.

Down

1. The Word of _____ tells us to abstain from using

liquor and tobacco.

2. Who baptized Jesus?

3. Only those who have the proper _____ authority

can baptize.

4. Before being baptized we must get a _____ fromthe bishop.

5. We are commanded to attend _____ meeting.

6. It is important that we have _____ in Jesus Christ.

7. How many other churches have the authority to

baptize?


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My Baptism Day

What I want to remember about my

baptism

Attach picture of you from your baptism day


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Who baptized me:

The witnesses were:

I was confirmed by:

Family and friends who stood in the

confirmation circle:

What I remember about the blessing I received:


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People who attended my baptism:


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My parents thoughts on my baptism


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