Jesus' baptism reminds us that he was one of us. He revealed that we humans must allow ourselves to be fragile, seeking and willing to change course when love calls for it.

Jesus is a faithful Son of Israel. If his people are summoned, then so is he. What will become a basic pattern of our spiritual lives first plays itself out in his: Do what God asks, act upon what you ...

When Jesus came to John to be baptized, Matthew tells us, “John tried to prevent him, saying, ‘I need to be baptized by you, ...

The Vatican‘s top office for the teachings of the Catholic Church issued new guidance this week clarifying that transgender people are able to receive the sacrament of baptism, but that gay people ...

Our Lord’s baptism offers a beautiful opportunity to reflect on the graces we receive through the sacrament of baptism. In seminary, one of our professors taught us a little shortcut to help us ...

COMMENTARY: Baptism makes us missionary disciples in communion with God and each other. As children of God, we are sent out ...

For those who are religious, getting baptized can be an important part of their spiritual journey. While many people are baptized as infants, sometimes parents leave it up to their children to make ...