Baptism is the Sacrament of Initiation that unites us with Christ. It's the way of the the kingdom of death into life, the gateway to the Church, and the beginning of a lasting communion with God. Baptism is the foundational sacrament and the doorway for all other sacraments. Since Baptism is a covenant with God, the person must say 'Yes' to it. For infants, the parents and godparents confess the Faith on behalf the the child. CCC 1213-1216, 1276-1278 "We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, so that as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life." -Romans 6:4
Infant Baptism
If your child is between 0-6, complete the Baptism Inquiry to get information on the next Baptism Prep, typically the third Tuesday of the month.
For those ages 7 or older, you will need to enter into a period of discernment in preparation of receiving the Sacraments of Initiation through the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA). We welcome you on embark on this exciting Journey.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains that godparents “must be firm believers, able and ready to help the newly baptized child...on the road of Christian life.” Click to view Godparent Requirements, then complete the Godparent Attestation Form have it signed the godparent's priest, then return to St. Stephen Martyr.
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