Sacraments & Life
Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian 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 in the word.
- Catechism of the Catholic Church 1213
Life Milestones
Baptism of Infants and Children
Congratulations on the birth of your child! Now that you have brought your child into the world, it is time to bring him or her into the family of God to begin a journey of faith life that is filled with God's grace and blessings.
Through the Sacrament of Baptism, Jesus Christ washes away both original and actual sin through the merits of His life, death, and resurrection. He pours forth the gift of the Holy Spirit upon us and incorporates us into the Holy Catholic church that He founded, which makes us God’s adopted sons and daughters.
It is the beginning of a life-long process in the Church. Baptism is celebrated when the parents of the child make a commitment to live, practice, and teach all of the values of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Sacrament of Baptism bestows the grace of God on the person; it frees a person of Original Sin; and, it makes that person a true member of the living Christian Community.
Infant baptism is celebrated when the parents are actively practicing the Catholic faith. Parents wishing to have their child baptized should:
1) Be registered in the parish.
2) Provide a copy of the Child’s birth certificate,
3) Participate in a Baptism Class at our parish,
4) Provide a Sponsor letter for each Catholic godparent.
5) Submit the request for the Sacrament of Baptism during a specific Mass time at least two weeks in advance for Pastor approval.
For more information, please contact the parish office.
For children and teens 7 years of age or older, we have a special process through OCIA Adapted for Children, in which the child will be prepared to receive the Sacraments of Initiation. Please visit our OCIA page here.
