Baptism
what is baptism and Why Do we RECEIVE it?
Baptism, as with all of the sacraments, is a visible and outward sign. It is an efficacious sign that seals us as belonging to Christ as His adopted sons and daughters. It unites us as Christians and makes us members of the Body of Christ. As the Catechism states, baptism symbolizes the "burial into Christ's death, from which [we rise] up by resurrection with him, as a new creature." (CCC, 1214). In other words, it is through baptism that we are reborn into a new life and washed clean of original sin. Baptism is a sacrament that is necessary for salvation. As Christ tells us in John 3:5, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God."
How do I go about scheduling a baptism?
For Children age 6 and under: Baptism Preparation for Parents and Godparents preparing to baptize an infant or young child under six years old is done by completing a baptism certification course (instructions below).
Age 7-13: Please register for A Family of Faith.
Age 14-Adult: Please register for the R.C.I.A.
baptism instructions
Step 1: Take Baptism Class:
Belonging Certification Course (English)
Pertenecer Curso de Certificación (Español)
(After purchasing the course, you will receive an email with a direct link to access the course)
Step 2: Print course certificate and provide certificate to the Parish Office.
Step 3: Complete and return a Parent Form and Godparent Form to the Parish Office.
Step 4: Meet with the Director of Religious Education for a brief follow-up meeting.
Step 5: Contact Fr. Steve Garza to schedule the baptism.