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Baptism: Sacrament of Initiation
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Inner Grace
Baptism is the first of the sacraments because it is the sign by which a
person who has accepted Christ becomes a member of the Church. Baptism means
plunging, and up till about the year 1300 the people being baptized were
totally immersed in water, signifying that they shared in the death and
Resurrection of Christ. Today water is poured on the head only, but the
meaning is the same. Water is also a sign of cleansing from sin and a sign of
a new life. When babies are baptized, their parents and godparents make an act
of faith on the child's behalf and commit themselves to bringing up the child
within the family of the Church.
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Outward Sign
Expectant parents, please contact us at least six months prior to the
anticipated birth date.
Arrangements are to be made to begin the Baptism Preparation Program. The
class is offered once quarterly on the first Tuesday of January, April, July,
and October.
Arrangements are also to be made with a priest to set the specific baptism
date and time. Saturday and Sunday celebrations are held immediately following
Mass except during the seasons of Advent or Lent.
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