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Christian
One who follows Jesus Christ, having been incorporated into him through Baptism.
Followers of Christ
One who follows Jesus Christ, having been incorporated into him through Baptism. The name "Christian" comes from "Christ" (Messiah/Anointed One) and was first used in Antioch (cf. Acts 11:26). Christians profess faith in the Holy Trinity and live according to the Gospel (CCC 1243, 2812).
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Where did the term 'Christian' originate? The name comes from 'Christ' (Messiah) and was first used in Antioch to describe those incorporated into him through Baptism.
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