BAPTISM

As the first in the Catholic Church’s Sacraments of Initiation, Baptism is a time of special joy and blessing for each family. In seeking baptism for their child, parents make a public promise to journey with them, to be their first teachers, and to offer a guiding hand. In baptism, a child will be welcomed into our Church family. Because as members of the Church we are all connected to each other, St. Therese Parish Community is committed to partner with the family in nurturing the faith of a child. We provide families with the resources, guidance, and Sacramental preparation needed to continue to raise your child in the Christian Faith.

The first step in arranging a baptism is to be sure the parents are registered parishioners – if you are not registered yet, Parish Registration forms are located in the church sacristy. Just ask one of the priests, deacons or ushers for a form after any mass. After filling it out, just mail it to the Parish Office.

In order to schedule a baptism, parents make arrangements through the staff in the Parish Office. To help understand the full meaning of baptizing a child in the Catholic faith, all first-time parents are required to attend a baptismal preparation class. Baptism prep classes are held on the last Monday of each month and led by one of our priests. Pre-Registration is required.

Baptisms for Infants are scheduled at St. Therese on two Sunday’s per month at 1:30pm. The Rite of Baptism normally takes about 45-60 minutes and we schedule no more than 6 babies per Sunday. If your child is more than 12 months old a separate baptism will be scheduled, please call the pastor to discuss your particular situation.

For more information or to schedule a baptism, call Emma or Marta in the Parish Office at 973-584-8271.