"The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated
for infants and children (under the age of eight) on the second
Sunday of the month at 2:15 pm., with a preparation evening the
Thursday prior to the Sunday Baptism Celebration for the parents
and godparents.
Godparents must be a fully initiated Catholics (fully initiated
meaning that they have received the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism,
Confirmation and Eucharist and be at least 16 years of age) and
attending the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass) weekly.
The older children, ages nine through high school, the Sacrament
of Baptism will be celebrated as part of the Rite of Christian Initiation
for Adults (RCIA) adapted for Children. These children/young adults
will receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist
all at the Easter Vigil. Two/three years of Sacrament preparation
classes are required.
Adults who wish to be baptized participate in the RCIA. Candidates
for baptism normally require at least one year of preparation before
receiving the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist
at the Easter Vigil. RCIA candidates will attend scripture discussions
and learn about catholic tradition and devotions on Sunday mornings."
