Infant Baptism

Infant Baptism is a Sacrament of Initiation that welcomes a child into our faith community of Catholic Christian believers. It is the celebration that begins the faith life of the child in and with Christ. Because the child is unable to express faith, the Church invites the parents into a preparation process prior to the celebration of Baptism. Through prayer, reflection, scripture, and faith sharing, parents are guided and supported in their responsibilities as faith witnesses for the child.

Baptism Information

At least one parent is required to be a registered, active member of Sacred Heart for 3 months prior to the celebration of the Sacrament and must attend two preparation classes. It is highly recommended that parents attend these sessions during pregnancy. While preparing for your child’s birth, it is important to begin preparing for your child’s Christian Formation as well. Baptisms are celebrated every month at Eucharistic (within a Sunday Mass) liturgies. Baptisms are not celebrated during the season of Lent.

Parental Preparation Sessions 2008-2009

Saturday, September 20th from 9am-1pm
Saturday, November 15th from 9am-1pm
Saturday, February 1st from 9am-1pm
Saturday, May 30th, 2009 from 9am-1pm

For further information about infant Baptisms or to register for one of the above series, please contact, the parish office sh.church@verizon.net, 757-625-6763, in advance of the birth of your child.