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I was baptized in the Catholic church, and have received all sacraments with the exception of Holy Orders and matrimony. I left the church some time ago in order to find the Holy Spirit. I'm finding there is a pressure from certain spirit-filled churches to become baptized in water. If I do this, what are the consequences as a Catholic? Am I renouncing my baptismal vows? Will I be excommunicated?
Dear mchris:
This is one of the strangest questions that I have ever received. You left the Catholic Church to walk among heretical churches to "find the Holy Spirit". Now you are concerned with being excommunicated from the Church that you voluntarily deserted some time ago? I don't understand why you should care?
Sal
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Sal
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I love the Catholic Church and her book, the Bible. I will try to answer your questions with an emphasis on God*s Word. I believe the Catholic Church is the Church established by Jesus Christ for the salvation of the world. I can answer questions pertaining to the biblical basis for Catholic beliefs. I can also explain the beliefs of Jehovah*s Witnesses, Mormons, and Seventh Day Adventists as related to Catholic doctrine.
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I have studied the Catholic faith for twenty years. I have conducted adult education classes in the teachings of the Catholic Church. I have taught teenagers the Catholic faith. I have taught Bible Study.
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