baptize

Example Sentences

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He then excused himself to help baptize a woman near the stage.

From New York Times • Feb. 3, 2024

Both at Casa del Migrante and Agape, some migrants ask Murphy and Rivera to baptize them.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 21, 2023

The pastor mentioned Molina’s insistence that he baptize Santiago.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2023

“I now baptize you in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,” he intoned with a subtle southern twang.

From Slate • Jul. 12, 2022

“In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost I baptize you, my son. Walk forward into the light.”

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver