Jack Conner
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Hi, guys —
This question involves a person who:
- was baptized and confirmed in the Episcopal church
- converted to Judaism, and
- later went through a reaffirmation of faith with an Episcopal bishop.
- If that person is interested, how would he become a Catholic?
- I understand that the RCIA process is necessary but, will a conditional Baptism be required?
Your guidance will be most appreciated.
Jack
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Would someone who's Episcopalian, Jewish, then Episcopalian again require a conditional Baptism? }
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Mary Ann replied:
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Jack —
Episcopalian Baptism is valid. In order to become Catholic, the person needs to make a Profession of Faith, and receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation.
RCIA will prepare you.
God bless.
Mary Ann
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Jack replied:
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Dear Ms. Parks,
Many thanks.
- Just to make certain that I understand the issue clearly, are you saying the Baptism is valid even despite one's conversion to Judaism?
- That the Profession of Faith and other rites during RCIA will over rule the conversion?
Again, many thanks.
Regards,
Jack
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Mary Ann replied:
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Jack,
Baptism remains valid forever. The divine favor and indwelling it causes can be lost and found. Nevertheless, Baptism marks one as belonging to God. God retains His Claim, even when we try to renounce it.
As for conversion, it is a free choice, a turning of the heart and mind, and one free choice can cancel out another. The will cannot choose two opposite things at the same time.
Mary Ann
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Jack replied:
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Dear Ms. Parks,
Many, many thanks!!
Jack
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