1247 Since the beginning of the Church, adult Baptism is the common ... communion with the Catholic Church. Justified by faith in Baptism, [they] are incorporated into Christ; they therefore ...

Cleansing of Original Sin The Catholic Church teaches that all humans ... Commitment to Faith For adults, baptism involves a conscious decision to follow Christ and live according to His teachings.

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.

It also strengthens and deepens the connection to the Church that is established at baptism. The sacrament ... when a child starts to be seen as an adult member of the Church.