Why do Catholics renew our baptismal promises? This practice serves as a way to reaffirm our faith and commitment to God. We recite the promises we made (or someone made on our behalf if we were baptized as a baby). It reminds us that following God is not a one time decision, but an ongoing choice. This practice is often performed in groups, as the Catholic life is one of community. Pray for all these teens at the National Catholic Youth Conference here in Long Beach, California. | The CatholicT