Sacrament of Baptism

God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ has freed you from sin, and has given you a new birth by water and the Holy Spirit.  He has made you Christinas now, and has welcomed you into his holy people.  As Christ was anointed Priest, Prophet, and King, so may you live always as members of his body, sharing everlasting life.

                                                                 - Rite of Baptism

Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christain life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: "Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water and in the word." The principal symbols of baptism are: Water. Besides cleansing, water symbolizes destruction and death. Baptismal water means the death of an old life to sin, but this Baptismal water also means life because without its nourishing effects, we could not exist. Oil. The anointing with oil in baptism reminds us that the Lord extends salvation to us and sends His Spirit to protect and strengthen us. White Garment and Candle. Wearing a white cloth is a symbol of purity, festivity, and a new identity signifying a willingness on behalf of the baptized to live a new life in union with the Lord. The Candle, lit from the Easter candle, signifies how Christ has enlightened Christians, making them the light of the world. The ordinary minister of Baptism is a priest, but anyone may baptize in case of necessity, when a priest cannot come. Baptism is given by pouring water on the head of the person to be baptized, saying at the same time these words: "I baptize thee in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."

• Baptism is a community celebration welcoming a person into the Christian faith community. 
• Infant baptisms are celebrated during or after the weekend liturgy.
• Parents must be registered parishioners practicing their faith and must participate in the baptism preparation.
• When choosing godparents remember one must be a practicing and confirmed Catholic.
• Adult baptisms are celebrated during the Easter Vigil.
• Please contact the Parish Office 60 days prior to baptism.  
• Contact our Parish Center 729-4560 for more information.
  

  We offer the opportunity to prepare parents for the Sacrament of Baptism for their child. Your baby's baptism is a time for celebration and joy, and naturally, you want the best for your baby. We want to help you plan and prepare for the baptism in the best possible way. We offer a class to prepare you for the baptism of your child and assist you in any way in raising your child in a christian way of life.