Pope Benedict XVI is to Baptise Infants on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
(January 9, 2010) Pope Benedict XVI will preside at the Eucharistic celebration on Sunday, 10th of January, on the Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord during which administer the Sacrament of Baptism to fourteen infants. The ceremony will be held at 10 am, in the majestic yet intimate surroundings of the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel. Beneath the grand vaults painted by Michelangelo will witness mothers and fathers, infants whimpering or smiling happily, grandparents and relatives, that will transform the solemn atmosphere of the chapel into an everyday setting, like a little parish. The tradition of celebrating the baptism of children on the feast of the Baptism of Jesus began with John Paul II, and continues with the current pope. With the celebration of this festival, the Liturgical Season of Christmas will officially come to an end. Liturgical Year Cycle C will commence from the following Sunday.
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