Baptism
Baptism
The sacrament of baptism ushers us into the divine life, cleanses us from sin, and initiates us as members of the Christian community. It is the foundation for the sacramental life.
At baptism, the presider prays over the water:
Father, look now with love upon your Church, and unseal for her the fountain of baptism. By the power of the Holy Spirit give to this water the grace of your Son, so that in the sacrament of baptism all those whom you have created in your likeness may be cleansed from sin and rise to a new birth of innocence by water and the Holy Spirit. (Christian Initiation of Adults, #222A)
Contact us 1-3 mo before your desired date for baptism.
The Process - What to expect:
Call or email the rectory to obtain the general enrollment form.
Fill out the general enrollment form and submit it to us via mail or email.
Fr. Pat will set up a meeting.
A date will be set for the baptism and preparation.
The godmother and godfather will fill out an affirmation document and submit it to us via mail or email.