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Roman Catechism
Institution Of Baptism
When these things have been explained, it will also be expedient to teach and remind the faithful that, in common with the other Sacraments, Baptism was instituted by Christ the Lord. On this subject the pastor should frequently teach and point out that there are two different periods of time which relate to Baptism,—one the period of its institution by the Redeemer; the other, the establishment of the law regarding its reception.