Once the person has died, they have a particular judgment — immediately. They know right away whether they are going to heaven or hell.
Some may go to Purgatory, thus, we are always encouraged to PRSY for the dead.
But after they have died is too late for a Baptism. Catholics believe that the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders leave a non-eraseable mark on a person’s soul. So you see — everyone needs to be baptized BEFORE they die.
Our pastor has talked about deathbed conversions where he performed five Sacraments:
Baptism
Confirmation
Eucharist
Annointing of the Sick — which like Reconciliation forgives all sins
And in a couple of instance he has also performed a marriage.
Yes, there will be a final judgment at the end of time, but remember that a person meets God for a judgment (particular) at the moment of death.
hey kids - we have a winner !!!!!
exactly - the efficacy of a post-death baptism erases the need for a carnal repentance, carnal spiritual fruits etc...
The Blood atonement was meant for the physical