Sacrament of Baptism

"The fruit of Baptism, or baptismal grace, is a rich reality that includes forgiveness of original sin and all personal sins, birth into the new life by which man becomes an adoptive son of the Father, a member of Christ and a temple of the Holy Spirit.  By this very fact the person baptized is incorporated into the Church, the Body of Christ, and made a sharer in the priesthood of Christ."  CCC1279


Baptism is celebrated approximately six times throughout the year after Sunday 11:00 a.m. Mass. Registration of parents in the parish is required or have written permission from the priest of the registered Catholic parish.

Call the parish office to receive an information packet and to register for required preparation for parents and godparents.  A copy of the child's birth certificate or adoption papers must be included with the registration form.  Parents who wish to have their children baptized should be practicing the faith they want to pass on to their child. 

At least one godparent must also be active, confirmed and practicing their faith regularly.  

At least one parent and one godparent must attend a baptismal seminar within three years of baby’s baptism. Please notify the office prior to the birth of your child. 

Download a copy of the Baptismal Candidate Profile.

Download a copy of the Godparent Testimonial Form "Eligibility Form". 

Please call the Parish Office for information or contact Lori Parmelee at: bellelj@aol.com.


CHECKLIST of documentation needed for the Rite of Baptism:

The Baptismal Seminars in 2023 are scheduled on the following Saturdays
at 8:30 am in the Parish Hall:
2023:
March 4,  June 3,  August 5,  Ocotber 7
The seminar will last approximately 1 1/2 hours.

The Baptismal dates for 2023 are scheduled on the following Sundays at 12:00 Noon following 11:00 a.m. Mass:
2023:  
March 26,  June 11,  August 27,  October 22