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Baptism
Baptism marks the start of our Christian initiation, welcomes us into the Body of Christ,
the Church, and calls us to share in her mission. Through Baptism, we are reborn into
Christ Jesus, called into new life with Him, and freed from the bonds of sin.
Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit,
and the door which gives access to the other sacraments.
(Catechism of the Catholic Church 1213)Though some people are baptized as adults, most Catholics receive Baptism as young children.
This is referred to as “infant baptism.”Infant Baptism
Parents’ decision to have their child baptized by a priest or deacon of their parish is an act of true love toward their child. Baptism allows the child to be welcomed in the Church at an early age, and with the support of godparents and the Christian community, grow in the love and grace of God in a special way.
Baptism of Adults
Adults and children over seven years old who are interested in being Baptized into the Catholic Church are invited to participate in a program called The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). This program also helps to welcome Christians Baptized in other denominations into full communion with the Catholic Church, and Baptized Catholic adults seeking to become fully initiated through the reception of the other Sacraments (Eucharist and/or Confirmation). Please visit our Faith Formation page for more information on how to participate or contact Tommy Cordova at 346-335-1816.
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HOW TO ARRANGE AN INFANT BAPTISM
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Step 1
Families are asked to reach out to our Baptism Coordinator to inquire about Baptism arrangements: Baptism@StTheresa.cc or 346-335-1831. We ask that you complete a Baptism Request Form and submit the child’s birth certificate. Please include Godparent information. The Church requires that there be at least one godparent (sponsor) who is baptized, confirmed, and in good standing with the Catholic Church. In addition, the family may also choose a second godparent of the opposite sex. If this second person is baptized, but not Catholic, then this sponson will stand as a “Christian Witness.” Please click on the link to the Baptism FAQ button below for more information.
BAPTISM FAQ
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Step 2
Prior to Baptism, parents, and godparents are asked to participate in a Baptism Reflection seminar. Currently, these are held every third Sunday of the month in Fellowship Hall. Due to the Houston Open Golf tournament in Memorial Park, the November class will be held on Nov. 6th, at 1:00 p.m. Register Here for all classes by designating the month that you plan to attend.
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Step 3
Baptisms are celebrated with the St. Theresa’s community on the third Sunday of each month during one
of the three masses (5:00 p.m. Saturday, 10:00 a.m., or 5:30 p.m. Sunday) or during a Group Baptism at 12:30 p.m. The Group celebration is the Rite of Baptism and does not include the Liturgy of the Mass.
If you need to schedule an Individual Baptism, you must reach out directly to Fr. Phil or one of our Deacons to coordinate a date that works for your family and their calendar.
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If you have further questions, check out our Baptism FAQ or contact our Baptism Coordinator: Baptism@StTheresa.cc or 346-335-1831.
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Contact Us
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Baptism CoordinatorBaptismsttheresa.cc
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Kendall SoleBaptisms Coordinator
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