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, September 29th - 1:00pm Holy Angels, 2nd Floor Conference Room

​Sunday, October 13th - 4:00pm St. Mike's Place

​Sunday, November 17th - 7:00pm Sacred Heart of Jesus 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.