Fr Matthias gives the homily at Bloomington, IN, on Apr 09, 2024, where he underscores the crucial role of Baptism and living out its promises, particularly through Marian devotion, as the path to salvation.

Father emphasizes the significance of Baptism in achieving salvation, referencing the Gospel where Jesus converses with Nicodemus, highlighting that one must be "born of water and spirit" to enter the kingdom of God, John 3:5 - "no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit" - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/3?5. He points out the necessity of Baptism for salvation, as reiterated by the Catechism of the Catholic Church, specifying that sacramental Baptism (water Baptism) is essential for those who can request it, while those unable to do so may achieve salvation through the Baptism of desire or, in rare cases, the Baptism of blood, as demonstrated by the holy innocents. However, Baptism alone is deemed necessary but insufficient for salvation without living according to Baptismal promises. Renewing these promises, particularly through consecration to Mary, embodies living the Christian faith fully. Father ties the significance of Marian devotion back to the Gospel, where Jesus entrusts John with Mary, symbolizing the fullness of grace and guidance towards keeping Baptismal promises and achieving salvation.

John 3:5 - born of water and Spirit for kingdom entry - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/3?5
CCC 1257 - Baptism essential for salvation, mandated by Christ, Church-focused - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/12... and video on Baptism's necessity here

00:00 - Introduction to Baptism and its Importance
00:38 - The Necessity of Baptism for Salvation
01:22 - Understanding Sacramental Baptism and Baptism of Desire
02:45 - The Significance of Baptism of Blood
03:24 - Living in Accordance with Baptismal Promises
04:27 - The Role of Mindfulness and Consecration to Mary in Keeping Promises
05:09 - The Interplay between Our Lord, Our Lady, and Devotion
06:00 - Achieving Salvation through Fulfillment of Baptismal Promises

Ave Maria!

Mass: Tuesday 2nd Week of Easter - Wkdy
Readings: - http://usccb.org/bible/readings/04092...
1st: act 4:32-37
Resp: psa 93:1-2, 5
Gsp: joh 3:7-15

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