10 Interesting Facts About The Catholic Church

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5Any Catholic may perform an emergency baptism, such as if a person is in grave danger of death

In such a case, the validity of the baptism only depends upon the wishes of the person being baptized, that they desire the baptism.

There are specific guidelines for such practices that Catholics should follow. Anyone wishing to be prepared for such a case should refer to the catechism for a deeper understanding of this allowance. Generally, such practices ought to be left to trained clergy.