Baptism

The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated once a month.

Schedule of Baptisms are as follows:

2017
August 5. 2017 @11:00 am in (English) & 1:00 pm in (Spanish)
September 2, 2017 @ 11:00 am in (English) & 1:00 pm in (Spanish)
October 7, 2017 @11:00 am in (English) & 1:00 pm in (Spanish)
November 4, 2017 @ 11:00 am in (English) & 1:00 pm in (Spanish)
December 2, 2017 @ 11:00 am in (English) & 1:00 pm in (Spanish)

Baptism Classes for Parent and Godparents
You must register in advanced by calling the parish office.
There is room for 30 only in each class.
This class is adults only. Find a babysitter.

English Baptism Classes are held on the third Monday every other month.
Scheduled Dates:
2017
September 18, 2017
November 20, 2017

*Classes are held in the Saints Peter and Paul room (Upper Level). Please enter the building near the doors closest to the St. Peter and Paul room. Classes begin promptly at 7:00 pm.

Spanish Baptism classes are held on second Thursday, every other month.
Scheduled Dates:
2017
September 14, 2017
November 9, 2017
*Classes will be held in room 5, (lower level). Please enter the building near the playground doors. Class begin promptly at 7:00 pm.

For children Infant through 6 years of age:

Parents seeking baptism for their child must be registered members of the parish. Parents must register with church receptionist to attend a baptismal class. Both parents are expected to attend. The course consists of a one hour class session.

Arrangements for a baptism can be made after all the requirements are met by contacting the Receptionist at the Church Office at 972-771-6671. Once it has been determined that all requirements have been met, she will schedule a baptismal date.

Baptism (age 7 - 6th grade):
Children age 7 through 6th grade who are unbaptized and uncatechized and are seeking initiation or full communion into the Catholic faith are prepared through our RCIC (Rite of Christina Initiation adapted for Children) program. Children, along with at least one parent, are prepared throughout a two year program, to receive or complete the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist). Registration is required and space is limited. Please contact the Faith Formation office at (972)961-9384 for registration and more information.

Baptism (7th - 12th grade):
Youth in 7th-12th grade who are unbaptized and uncatechized and are seeking initiation or full communion into the Catholic faith are prepared through our High School Alpha/Omega program. Youth are prepared throughout a two year program, to receive or complete the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist). Registration is required and space is limited. Please contact the Youth Ministry office at (972)961-9377 for registration and more information.

Grade 9 through adult
CLICK HERE for more information on Becoming Catholic/RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults.)

Godparents/Sponsors:
One sponsor, male or female, is sufficient. If there are two sponsors one must be male and one must be female. Two is the maximum for a sponsor. The sponsor should be someone who lives an appropriate life of faith. The must not be less than 16 years of age, a Catholic who has received the sacrament of First Eucharist, has been confirmed, if married, the marriage must be recognized by the Church. Godparents are required to attend a baptismal class.

A Baptized person who is not a Catholic may also act, not as a sponsor, but as a Christian witness to the Baptism. (Canon 873, 874 §1).