2007-09-14 A truly practical guide!

This is an astonishigly good book. Anyone who has the slighted interest in making Baptism better than folk religion should study this.

It is, as the authors say, a "dip in" book. The excellent index is sure to have the issue you are facing, and from that you will find excellent cross references. For example Canon Law is set out under appropriate headings enabling the reader to learn about reasons for delay, qualification of Godparents, and even proxy godparents.

It has really helpful case histories setting out policies ranging from a mandatory "Thanksgiving for all first" to a far more "open" policy.

There is a lot about the choices available to parents between Thanksgiving and Baptism with the pros and cons well set-out.

What I particularly like is the "flow charts" showing the progression from first contact through to pilgrimage.

I could go on and on - but here is an admirably balanced book blending theology and practice in a most sensitive way.