Prince George
Archbishop of Canterbury baptizes Britain’s future king, Prince George
By Maria Puente — October 23, 2013
(RNS) Baptism is an important religious ritual for British royals: Since the monarch is the head of the Church of England, eventually Prince George will take on that role, so it's critical that he be raised as an Anglican.
Baptism rates slide despite high-profile boosts
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — October 22, 2013
(RNS) Baptism rates are in steady decline for U.S. Catholics, Southern Baptists and others. Will high profile attention to the ritual from the Archbishop of Canterbury to the pope inspire a change?
5 reasons people think Prince George is Jewish (even though he’s not)
By Lauren Markoe — August 15, 2013
(RNS) Because Kate Middleton's mother's maiden name is Goldsmith, some wrongly conclude that wee Prince George's matrilineal line is Jewish, and so he must be too.
COMMENTARY: Naming rites link parents to God’s creative work
By Rev. Christopher Keating — July 26, 2013
(RNS) George Alexander Louis’ parents presented him with a name, but also with an identity. In selecting the name George, the young royals showed continuity with the British monarchy. Yet they also did something far greater than that: They offered a blessing to their son.
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