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Rh actually conveyed to those who are rightly baptized?

1. Because it is the effect of an instrument, signed and sealed, to convey the benefits engaged by it; and,

2. Because Sacraments are in their nature "sure witnesses and effectual signs, by which God doth work invisibly in us."

What further benefit may be expected in Baptism?

"Faith is confirmed, and Grace increased by virtue of prayer unto God."

What does the Article declare in regard to "the Baptism of young Children?"

That it "is in any wise to be retained in the Church."

What facts does this declaration imply?

That the baptism of infants was the established custom of the Church, and that some persons were desirous that it should not be retained.

Who were those persons?

The Anabaptists.

What is the meaning and origin of their name?

It signifies that they repeated baptism; that is, they baptized again at adult age those who had been baptized in infancy.

Why should Infant Baptism be retained in the Church?

Because it is "most agreeable with the institution of Christ."