Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life.  Through Baptism, we are freed from sin and reborn as sons and daughters of Christ.  We become members of the Body of Christ, the Church, and are made sharers in her  mission.

Infant Baptisms are celebrated with the parish community at Mass on designated Sundays during the year.  Baptisms outside of Mass are scheduled with the deacons of the parish and arrangements can be made by contacting the Parish Center.

The following are Baptism Sundays scheduled:

January 14, 2012 – 5:30 Mass January 15, 2012 – 9:30 & 11:30 Mass February 18, 2012 – 5:30 Mass February 19, 2012 – 9:30 & 11:30 Mass April 14, 2012 - 5:30 Mass

April 15, 2012 - 9:30 & 11:30 Mass May 19, 2012 – 5:30 Mass May 20, 2012 – 9:30 & 11:30 Mass June 9, 2012 – 5:30 Mass June 10, 2012 – 9:30 & 11:30 Mass

Parents should register for Baptism preparation classes.  These classes review the baptism rite and provide an explanation of the meaning of the symbols involved in the baptismal ceremony as well as offer advice on Christian parenting.   They are held monthly, and you can register by contacting the Parish Center.  We encourage registration for the program before the birth of the child.

Baptism preparation classes are held at 12:45 pm in Room 2H of the Parish Center.

The following dates are scheduled for Baptism Instruction:   

January 22, 2012 March 25, 2012 April 22, 2012

May 20, 2012 June 24, 2012

The role of godparent is a serious one and being chosen is an honor.
Godparents are supports for parents in modeling Christian living.  At least one godparent must be a confirmed, practicing Catholic.  If the other godparent is a Christian from another tradition, he or she serves as a  Christian witness.  Church law requires that godparents be at least 16  years of age.

Adult Baptisms are celebrated at the Easter Vigil as part of the RCIA  process.