The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 280: The Christian Name
Oct 7, 2023
Fr. Mike, a Catholic priest, explains the meaning of bearing the Christian name and discusses how our names represent our dignity and God's unique love for us. He explores the importance of the Christian name in baptism, the power of the sign of the cross, and the tradition of giving Christian names. The hosts also emphasize the significance of starting each day with the sign of the cross and actively blocking temptation in our lives.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Christian Name and Its Significance in Baptism
03:41 • 4min
The Significance of Invoking God's Name and the Tradition of Christian Names
07:58 • 2min
The Significance of Names and the Sign of the Cross in Christianity
10:08 • 4min
Locking the Door to Temptation and the Sacredness of Names
13:52 • 3min