Baptism
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ARTICLE 1
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM 1213 Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua),(4) and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: "Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word."(5) (4) Cf. Council Of Florence: DS 1314: vitae spiritualis ianua. (5) Roman Catechism II,2,5; Cf. Council Of Florence: DS 1314; CIC, cann. 204 § 1; 849; CCEO, can. 675 § 1. |
Godparents
Godparents must be practicing Catholics who are at least 16 years of age and must have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. If married, the godparent must be married in the Catholic Church or had their marriage blessed by the Catholic Church.
Scheduling the Rite of Baptism
After completion of the parish preparation class by the parents, they should contact the parish office (559 434-7701) to arrange the date and time for the baptism of their child. These dates have been pre-scheduled on the parish calendar and are on a first come, first served basis; we cannot guarantee that a desired date will be available. The following are general guidelines for the scheduling of an infant baptism:
*Baptism for Children Seven Years and Older: Please contact the Religious Education office. (559) 434-3522.
**Please be aware...
Click the button below for the current parish guideline for Infant Baptisms.
After completion of the parish preparation class by the parents, they should contact the parish office (559 434-7701) to arrange the date and time for the baptism of their child. These dates have been pre-scheduled on the parish calendar and are on a first come, first served basis; we cannot guarantee that a desired date will be available. The following are general guidelines for the scheduling of an infant baptism:
- Baptisms are held at 10:00 AM on a pre-selected Saturday with consideration to the parish calendar.
- Water from the font will be poured over the head of the infant or child. Father will not completely immerse the infant into the church baptismal font unless arranged specifically by the parents prior to the ceremony.
- An official Certificate of Baptism will be provided to the parents after the ceremony.
- If possible, parents may make a donation to the parish at the time of their child's baptism or anytime prior.
- Any additional offering may be given to the clergy.
*Baptism for Children Seven Years and Older: Please contact the Religious Education office. (559) 434-3522.
**Please be aware...
- We do not hold baptisms during the seasons of Lent or Advent.
- There is a limit to the number of children that will be baptized on each pre-scheduled Saturday.
- Baptisms are scheduled on a first come, first served basis after the parents have completed the baptismal class.
- We cannot guarantee that a desired date will be available.
Click the button below for the current parish guideline for Infant Baptisms.
Class Schedule
Holy Spirit Baptism Classes are held in person at 7:00 PM in Msgr. Logan Hall, except as noted below,
on the following dates. Please, do not bring children to this class.
2023
Wednesday, May 24
Monday, June 12
Thursday, July 13
Wednesday, August 9 in (Room 3/4)
Monday, September 18 in (Room 3/4)
Monday, October 16
Email holyspirit@holyspiritfresno.org to register for a class.
(Classes begin promptly at 7:00 PM. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign in and find a seat.)
Please be aware that we can not give you credit for attending the class
if you do not sign in or if you arrive late.
on the following dates. Please, do not bring children to this class.
2023
Wednesday, May 24
Monday, June 12
Thursday, July 13
Wednesday, August 9 in (Room 3/4)
Monday, September 18 in (Room 3/4)
Monday, October 16
Email holyspirit@holyspiritfresno.org to register for a class.
(Classes begin promptly at 7:00 PM. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign in and find a seat.)
Please be aware that we can not give you credit for attending the class
if you do not sign in or if you arrive late.
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
355 East Champlain Drive
Fresno, CA 93730-1273
(559) 434-7701 office / (559) 434-7734 fax
355 East Champlain Drive
Fresno, CA 93730-1273
(559) 434-7701 office / (559) 434-7734 fax
Please Note:
If the parents or godparents have taken a Baptism Class within the past 5 years, you will not have to take another class prior to the child's baptism. You must provide Holy Spirit with written proof from the parish from which the class was taken. Contact us if you have any questions.
If the parents or godparents have taken a Baptism Class within the past 5 years, you will not have to take another class prior to the child's baptism. You must provide Holy Spirit with written proof from the parish from which the class was taken. Contact us if you have any questions.
