20 Christian Initiation 14. Other Priests and Deacons, since they are co-workers in the ministry of Bishops and pastors, also prepare persons for Baptism, and confer it at the direction or with the consent of the Bishop or pastor. 15. The celebrant of Baptism may be assisted by other Priests or Deacons and also by laypersons in those parts that pertain to them, especially if there is a large number to be baptized, as is foreseen in respective parts of the ritual. 16. In imminent danger of death and especially at the moment of death, if no Priest or Deacon is present, any member of the faithful, indeed any person who has the requisite intention, can and sometimes must administer Baptism. But if there is only the danger of death, the Sacrament should be administered, if possible, by a member of the faithful and according to the shorter form (nos. 370-399). However, it is desirable that, even in this case, a small community should be gathered, or at least one or two witnesses should be present, if possible. 17. All laypersons, since they are members of the priestly people—but especially parents and, by reason of their work, catechists, midwives, women dedicated to works of social or family assistance or to the care of the sick, as well as physicians and surgeons—should take care to be thoroughly familiar, according to their capacities, with the correct method of baptizing in case of necessity. They should be taught by pastors, Deacons, and catechists, and Bishops should provide appropriate means for their instruction within the diocese. III Requisites for the Celebration of Baptism 18. Water used in Baptism should be natural and clean, so that the truth of the sign may be apparent, and also for hygienic reasons. 19. The font in the baptistery, or, as circumstances suggest, the vessel in which water is prepared for a celebration in the sanctuary, should be notable for its cleanliness and beauty. 20. Furthermore, provision should be made for the water to be warmed if the climate requires this. 21. Except in case of necessity, a Priest or Deacon is only to baptize with water that has been blessed for the purpose. If the consecration of water has taken place at the Easter Vigil, the blessed water should,
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