Friday in Octave of Easter–W (I)

The blessings of Christ’s resurrection extend to all times and all places, through the missionary work of all Christ’s members who bring men of every class and race to the Sacrament of Baptism. Baptism is man’s first resurrection from the death of sin to the grace-quickened life of the soul. The grace of Baptism, so long as it is preserved, is the indwelling pledge of the Christian’s final resurrection. In its essential missionary ministry, the Church is assured of Christ’s continued presence and is therefore guaranteed the final victory, which is resurrection to eternal life._