For foster families of the Moscow region, the sacrament of Baptism took place

The sacrament of Baptism was held in the Moscow region for foster families

On the basis of the Church of the Holy Martyr Tatiana at Moscow State University, the Sacrament of Baptism was performed for the children of foster families of the Moscow region.

The sacrament was performed by Bishop Panteleimon of Mozhaisk, head of the Synodal Department for Church Charity and Social Service.

Godparents were also present at the ceremony

Godparents and relatives of the children were present at the ceremony. After the Baptism, Bishop Panteleimon addressed the newly baptized people with a sermon.

In his sermon, Vladyka Panteleimon noted the importance of Baptism in the life of a Christian, emphasized the need for spiritual education of children, and called on the parents to take care of their spiritual upbringing.

At the end of the service, the bishop presented the newly baptized with pectoral crosses.

The Sacrament of Baptism is one of the most important in the life of a Christian. Through Baptism, a person becomes a member of the Church and receives the grace of God.

The Sacrament of Baptism is performed by immersion in water. The person being baptized is immersed three times in water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

After Baptism, the person is anointed with chrism, which is a fragrant oil that symbolizes the seal of the Holy Spirit.

The Sacrament of Baptism is a sacrament of initiation into the Church. Through Baptism, a person becomes a member of the Body of Christ and receives the grace of God.

Baptism is a necessary sacrament for salvation. Without Baptism, a person cannot be saved.