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Sacrament of Baptism
In Baptism, the Holy Spirit moves us to answer Christ's call to holiness. In Baptism, we are asked to walk by the light of Christ and to trust in his wisdom. We are invited to submit our hearts to Christ with ever deeper love.
Baptism Certificate Request
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We are excited to be a part of your child’s relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church through the Sacrament of Baptism! It is always a joyful experience for us to welcome a new Christian into the Church and into our parish community.
General Information
- Children must be age 6 or younger to receive an infant baptism.
- Baptisms are celebrated the second and third Saturdays every month at 9:30 a.m. in English. They are celebrated in Spanish at 10:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month.
- St. Vincent de Paul Parish does not engage private Baptisms. Since baptism is an incorporation into the Church, it is an ecclesial event, not a private family celebration. (Can. 860). Therefore, baptisms ordinarily take place in one’s parish church and, if possible, during Mass so that the entire community participates in welcoming the newly baptized. Where this in not feasible, the baptism still should take place communally in the presence of as many of the community of the faithful as might be able to attend.
- Please plan at least two months in advance when scheduling your baptism.
Infant Baptism Process
- Complete the Baptism Ceremony Registration Form
- Gather the necessary forms and paperwork:
- Your child's official Birth Certificate
- A copy of parents’ government ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.)
- Not a member of the parish? Have your current parish write a letter of good standing and permission to baptize your child. If you live nearby, we encourage you to join our parish today.
- Attend a Baptism Preparation Class (If you have attended a class within three years, please submit verification of class completion.)
- First Thursday of the month; 7-9 p.m.
- $10 for parishioners and $20 for non-parishioners
- Contact khermann@svdp-edu.org to register
Godparents
Who Can Be a Godparent? One or two persons are permitted as godparent(s), one male and/or one female, and at least 16-years-old. At least one godparent must be a practicing Catholic and have received all the sacraments. If the Catholic is married, they must be married in the Catholic Church or validated in the Catholic Church. In the case that the parents choose a non-Catholic Christian as a godparent, he or she is considered a “Christian witness.”
Godparent(s) should complete the Godparent Form.
We look forward to helping you as you prepare to have your child baptized in the Roman Catholic Church. Please submit all documentation & questions to our Baptism Coordinator, Kelly Hermann at khermann@svdp-edu.org or 713-663-3564.
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If your child is 7 or older, he/she is invited into the process of Christian initiation through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. This process prepares young people and their families for the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.
Child/Teen Baptism Requirements
Children should be enrolled in the age-appropriate parish Religious Education program, or a Catholic school (parish or private) prior to beginning this preparation.
For children 7-years-old to 5th grade, parents also attend each session.
- Children should enroll in Under Thy Roofprior to beginning the OCIA adapted for Children preparation. Contact Kim Muncy at 713-663-3509 or kmuncy@svdp-edu.org for more details.
Children 6th-8th grade should enroll in EDGE.
Teens 9th-12th grade should be enrolled in Teen Confirmation/Revelation. Please contact youthministery@svdp-edu.org to register for OCIA-C and for more details.
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Adults seeking to become Catholic by baptism must participate in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). This process is for adults who:
- Have never been baptized.
- Catholics who were baptized but have not celebrated all of their Sacraments of Initiation (Eucharist and Confirmation).
- Those baptized in another Christian faith tradition who may be interested in becoming a Catholic.
The first step is to set up an introductory meeting. To do so, please contact Ed Hanel at ocia@svdp-edu.org or 713-663-3528. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Contact Us
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khermannsvdp-edu.orgSacramental Coordinator
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