Baptism
The Sacrament of Baptism becomes the basis of our Christian life, the gateway to life in the Holy Spirit, and the door which allows us to experience the other sacraments of the church.
Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons and daughters of God. By being baptized, we become members of the Catholic Church and our parish family.
Children are normally baptized within a few months after birth. Baptisms are held for registered members of the parish on the first and third Sunday of each month, and a short series of classes in preparation for baptism are required.
Baptism is celebrated on the first (1st) and third (3rd) Sunday of the month at 2:00pm.
Please call the Parish Center or fill out the form below to make an appointment for the necessary interview
Common Questions on Baptism
Yes, you can do so. Call the Parish to speak with a priest/deacon
Older children (7+ years) usually require months of preparation and may need to attend the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)
For infants, the parents need to meet with the priest/deacon and attend a Baptism Preparation class.
The Rite of Baptism should be celebrated in the parish church except in cases of emergencies
The Church requires at least one godparent who is baptized, confirmed, and living his/her faith. Other Christians (who are not Catholic) may serve as a “Christian witness” as long as one godparent is a fully initiated Catholic.
Someone may also “stand in” (act as proxy) for a godparent who is unable to be present at the Baptism