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Baptism at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Memorial Park: Welcoming All Into the Loving Grace of God
Baptism
The birth of a child is a great blessing and parents’ decision to have their child baptized is an act of true love toward their child. Baptism allows the child to grow in the Love and Grace of God so it’s important that the children have a place to grow and be nurtured. Therefore we ask that if you do not live within the Parish boundaries that you either attend mass here or have family or godparents who do. Infant Baptism is for children from birth up until seven (7) years of age. Children who have reached the age of seven and have not been baptized receive multiple Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Eucharist, and possibly Confirmation. To learn about OCIA for children, contact Tommy Cordova at t.cordova@sttheresa.cc or 713-869-3783.
Baptisms are celebrated at noon on the second Sunday and third Saturday of every month at a Rite of Baptism ceremony. Individual Baptisms are discouraged unless there are extenuating circumstances, and to arrange this, you would reach out directly to Fr. Vincent or a deacon.
A birth certificate is essential to Baptism and should be emailed to [email protected]. We also ask that you fill out a Baptism Request Form (below). The form asks for godparent information. The Church requires at least one godparent (sponsor) to be 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, this sponsor will be a “Christian Witness.”If you have questions, please contact Kendall Solé at [email protected] or 713-869-3783.Baptism Request Form
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Baptism Prep
New parents are asked to attend our Baptism Prep Class held each month on the second Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall; godparents are not required to attend, but if they live locally, we welcome them. Baptism Prep is designed to help first-time parents reflect spiritually on being new parents and recognize that Baptism is the beginning of a lifelong commitment. We discuss the theology of the Sacrament of Baptism, as well as the practical aspects of the ceremony itself. It is a great way to meet other parents in the parish and answer any questions you may have. Parents are encouraged to attend class during pregnancy, but if you’re planning a Baptism for a child who is born, you are most welcome to bring your child with you. There’s no cost for our Baptism Prep but please register below for it in advance so that we can send you some information in advance of the class as well as send you a certificate after the class.
Registration For BaPTISM PREPAdditional Information/Frequently Asked Questions
Please click on the link to the Baptism FAQ below for more information about Baptisms or Baptism Prep at St. Theresas.