"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
- Matthew 28:19
Receiving the Sacrament of Baptism
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St. John the Baptist schedules Baptisms of young children on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month after the 11:00am Mass (other times can be scheduled if absolutely necessary and based on the availability of the clergy).
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Parents are encouraged to set up a Baptism preparation class through the church office before the date of the Baptism is scheduled (contact the Parish Office).
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At least one Catholic godparent must be practicing and in good standing in the Church (letter from current parish needed).
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If you are an adult interested in Baptism and entering the Church, please contact our Religious Education Office for more information on our RCIA or RCIC program (RCIA = Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or of Children).
The Sacrament of Baptism is every Catholic's entrance into the new life of Christ and the Church. It is a beautiful experience of God's Divine grace being poured into our hearts through water and the most ancient prayers of the Church!