Baptism
The Sacrament of Baptism is the first step in our lives as Christians, and the first Sacrament of Christian Initiation. Through the waters of Baptism, we are washed of all sin and given new life in Christ.
Information & Forms
The Sacrament of Baptism is the first and basic Sacrament of Christian initiation. It is usually conferred by immersion and by pouring water three times on the recipient's head, while reciting the baptismal formula: "I baptize you in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit" (Matthew 28:19). The sacrament frees the recipient from original and all personal sins, and from the punishment due to them. In Baptism the person shares in the Trinitarian life of God as part of a community of faith. Baptism is the foundation of communion between all Christians.
FORMS:
Required Baptism Registration Form
Required Baptism & Confirmation Sponsor Form 2023
Baptism Preparation Class - Letter
Basic Requirements of Infant & Young Child Baptism
Holy Angels Census Form (Family Registration)
HOW DO I SCHEDULE BAPTISM?
You can schedule the Sacrament of Baptism at any time, even before your child is born. Please call or email to begin the process. When calling or emailing, please have a first and second choice of dates ready. Please note, all first-time parents are required to attend a Sacrament of Baptism Prep Class. Schedule & Details of this class are located below.
CALL: 937-498-2307 and tell the receptionist you’d like to schedule a Baptism.
EMAIL: Melissa Blenman, melissab@holyangelssidney.com
Required Form: Baptism Registration Form
Required Form(s): Baptism & Confirmation Sponsor Form 2023
WHEN IS INFANT BAPTISM AT MY PARISH?
Baptisms can be scheduled at churches in our Family of Parishes as indicated below.
At St. Michael
After 5:00 p.m. Mass on Saturday
After 11:00 a.m. Mass most weekends
At Ss. Peter & Paul
After the 9:30 a.m. Mass most weekends
At Sacred Heart
After 5:00 p.m. Mass on Saturday
After 10:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday
At Holy Angels
After the 4:30 p.m. on Saturday
After the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday
BAPTISM PREP CLASS:
First-time expectant parents are to attend a one-time Sacrament of Baptism Preparation Class that is offered monthly throughout the year within our family of parishes prior to their child receiving the Sacrament. Godparents are encouraged to attend.
Upcoming classes:
Sunday, April 28th, 6:30pm-St. Michael - St. Mike’s Place
Sunday, May 19th, 7:00pm - Sacred Heart - Church Basement
Sunday, June 9th, 1:00pm - Holy Angels - Second Floor Conference Room
Sunday, July 28th, 1:00pm - St. Michael - St. Mike’s Place
Sunday, August 18th, 7:00pm - Sacred Heart - Church Basement
For more information and to register, please call 937-498-2307.
The Sacrament of Baptism is offered most weekends at each of our parishes following the Saturday evening Mass or the last Mass on Sunday.
Baptism Preparation Class - Letter
Basic Requirements of Infant & Young Child Baptism
Holy Angels Census Form (Family Registration)
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR THE BAPTISM PREP CLASS?
EMAIL: melissab@holyangelssidney.com
CALL: 937-498-2307 ext 19
WHERE & HOW DO I TURN IN MY FORMS?
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Office - Black drop box by the front door or with the receptionist during business hours (Tuesday’s 9AM-Noon)
St. Michael Parish Office Center - Drop box on the porch or with the receptionist during business hours (Monday’s 9AM-Noon)
Holy Angels Parish Office - Black drop box by the front door or with the Secretary during business hours (M-TH 9AM-Noon & 1-4PM)
Email: Completed Baptism Registration forms can also be scanned (or picture) and emailed to Melissa Blenman: melissab@holyangelssidney.com
I HAVE A SPONSOR FORM, HOW DO I HAVE A PRIEST SIGN IT?
Sponsor forms that need signed and sealed by the Pastor in our family of parishes can be turned in to any parish office either during normal business hours or at the respective drop boxes (see above) no later than a week before the scheduled Sacrament of Baptism; we have couriers in place to collect items from the drop boxes to bring to the St. Joseph, Pillar of Families office.