ISB ~ Mark 1 v9 - 11

The Baptism of Jesus. As One who is sinless, Jesus has no actual need for repentance (Heb 4:15; 1 Pet 2:22). He nevertheless receives John’s baptism to identify with sinners as part of the Father’s plan to save them (CCC 536). The voice of the Father, the Baptism of the Son, and the descent of the Spirit mark this episode as a revelation of the Blessed Trinity. See note on Mt 3:15.