In the same way as we welcome a new baby into our families at birth, we welcome them into their family of faith, the Church, with a new birth in water and the Holy Spirit. We remember that God himself came as a baby to save us — he was helpless, vulnerable, and dependent on the love and guidance of his earthly parents. As parents and family, we nurture the faith of our newest member.
Infant baptism refers to anyone 6 years old or younger. For children older than 7 years old, the child must attend the Religious Education Program prior to being baptized. All adults 18 or older will receive baptism through the OCIA Program (Sacraments for adults). Because Baptism leaves an indelible (not to be erased) mark on the soul, we don’t re-baptize anyone who has had a Christian baptism that involved water and the words of Baptism. Catholics recognize most other Christian Baptisms.
Baptisms are held at 11:00 AM on the second Saturday of the month in English and the fourth Saturday of the month in Spanish. The baptismal class and the required paperwork must be completed before confirming the date.
In order to start the process, please complete the Baptism Application (see link below) and have the Godparent print and fill out the Godparent Form and have the form signed and sealed by the Pastor/Administrator of the Parish in which the Godparent is registered and attend Mass.
We’ll contact you shortly. For any other questions, please contact our Sacrament Coordinator, Doris Gonzalez by phone at (305) 233-8711 ext. 118, or email sacraments@hrsrcs.org
Music, food, or decorations are not allowed during the baptism ceremony. To inquire about space rentals, please call (305) 233-8711, ext. 101 or by email cmaldonado@hrsrcs.org.