The baptismal prayer is a prayer of penitence, repentance and forgiveness of sins. The sacrament of baptism is one of the 7 sacraments instituted by Jesus. Water and words distinguish the sacrament of baptism because water gives life and cleanses, but water is also a sign of death. Baptism means joining God's family... Catechesis on Jesus, a man of prayer, in collaboration with Fr Justolat Rafaralahimboa.