Baptism

Baptism is a precious gift through which we participate in the life of Christ and walk as children of light. It is the first sacrament of communion with the Body of Christ represented in a profound way by the parish.

Baptism of Infants

Since the beginning of Christianity, the Church has baptized children as well as adults. St. Paul baptized his jailer and the man's entire household: "Then he and all his family were baptized at once" (Acts 16:33). See also Acts 16:14-15 and 1 Corinthians 1:16.

But children are to be baptized only if there is a reasonable belief that they will be brought up in the faith. In our parish, we prepare parents for this role through Baptism preparation classes. We also provide wonderful opportunities for ongoing faith formation for both parents and children through our Religious Education programs.