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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 his mission: “Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water
in the word” (CCC 1213).
Baptism – infants - we celebrate the sacrament of Baptism on the second and
fourth Sundays outside of Lent. In this sacrament of initiation and welcome, we
ask parents and Godparents to attend a informative pre-baptism class as part of
a discernment and preparation process before Baptism. Parents must be registered
members of Sacred Heart Parish.
 One person for the child (Godparent) must be a practicing, confirmed Catholic,
over 16 years of age, and if married, must be married in the Catholic Church.
The other person for will be a sponsor. Both must be Christian. If you have
questions about your little one needing Baptism, please call!
Baptism – children age 5 - 7 will attend a session (parents can join) to help
them prepare them for their baptism. The session is brief and will help them
understand and appreciate the sacrament. Children should be attending either a
faith formation program or Catholic school.
Baptism - children 8 and older - takes place through the RCIA process.
For more information, please call the Faith Formation Director at
541-4447. |
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