ingratitude; for if we are to thank God for all His gifts we should do
so especially at the time they are given.



THE MANNER IN WHICH A LAY PERSON IS TO BAPTIZE IN CASE OF NECESSITY.


Q. 116. What do you mean here by a "lay person"?
A. By a "lay person" I mean here any one who is not a priest.

All such persons and those not dedicated to the service of the Altar,
taken together, are called the "laity," as all those who have received
sacred orders or who are dedicated to the service of the Altar, taken
together, are called the "clergy."

Q. 117. What is meant by "in case of necessity?"
A. In "case of necessity" means here that a person not baptized is in
danger of death and there is no priest present to administer the
Sacrament.

Q. 118. How is Baptism given by a "lay person"?
A. Whoever baptizes must:--

Pour common water on the head or face of the person to be baptized, and
say while pouring it:

"I baptize thee, in the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the
Holy Ghost."