To: RKBA Democrat
I take the perspective that Baptism, Eucharist, and Chrismation are gifts, not something to be earned. Thus I don't see the reason to delay their administration to age 7, 12, or 16. In my view, all three of these mysteries (sacraments) should be administered as soon as possible, preferably shortly after birth.
I think the Eastern uniates practice Baptism and Chrismation (their counterpart to Confirmation) shortly after birth.
To: hispanichoosier
Actually, most Eastern Catholic Churches administer Chrismation at the same time as Baptism, along with Holy Communion. All three are received at once.
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10/21/2005 8:44:50 PM PDT by
Balt
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