<P> From at least the 3rd century onward Christians baptised infants as standard practice , although some preferred to postpone baptism until late in life , so as to ensure forgiveness for all their preceding sins . </P>
<P> From at least the 3rd century onward Christians baptised infants as standard practice , although some preferred to postpone baptism until late in life , so as to ensure forgiveness for all their preceding sins . </P>
when did the catholic church start baptizing babies
when did the catholic church start baptizing babies
From at least the 3rd century onward
From at least the 3rd century onward