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Baptism (or Holy Baptism)
Official diocesan definitionHoly Baptism is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ’s Body, the Church. The bond that God establishes in baptism is indissoluble.
Also called
Baptism, Holy Baptism
Source
Definitions are based on the Church Terminology glossary of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto. Last verified 2026-08-05.
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