Jesus said (DRBO.org is not working) that no one goes to the Father, but by Him.......finite....
back to you Pope CM......
My and CM's views are pretty close. Bod and BoB apply only to catechumens, and no one else. This is the immemorial faith of the Church.
Then sacramental Baptism is NOT absolutely required for salvation. Supernatural Faith and Charity are sufficient in some cases.
Absolutely not. The "faith" must be explicit faith in Jesus Christ. If you do not acknowledge that, I see no reason to discuss this any further with you.
Then sacramental Baptism is NOT absolutely required for salvation. Is that right?
Okay, this is it!! Sacramental Baptism is absolutely required for salvation or at least the
explicit vow for it. Two and only options are available for eternal life:
1) Get validly and fruitfully baptized and die without mortal sin.
2) Have the
explicit vow to do #1 and have it on your calendar/schedule, but through no fault of your own, die without being able to do it. Very rare, by the way, as one could get baptized conditionally after death.
Please note that Option #2 is not a guarantee of making it, so standard disclaimers apply. As always, be sure to read the fine print.