Baptism

According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua), 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 her mission: “Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water and in the word.”

Baptisms at Saint Patrick Catholic Church are scheduled at the discretion of the pastor. Prior to the celebration of the sacrament, first-time parents must participate in a baptism preparation class, which are offered the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 pm in the rectory conference room. You MUST contact the parish office to register for this class. In addition to this, please fill out and submit the Godparent Form and the Baptism Sacramental Registration Form, and submit the completed forms with a copy of the child’s birth certificate.