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.
Baptism Registration Form (Required)
Baptism & Confirmation Sponsor Form (Required)
Baptism Preparation Class - Letter
Basic Requirements of Infant & Young Child Baptism
When is infant Baptism in our Family of Parishes?
St. Michael: After 4:00PM Mass on Saturday, After 11:00AM Mass most weekends
Sts. Peter & Paul: After the 9:30AM Mass most weekends
Sacred Heart of Jesus: After 5:00PM Mass on Saturday, After 10:00AM Mass on Sunday
Holy Angels: After the 4:30PM Mass on Saturday, After the 11:00AM 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, March 29th, 1:00PM, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Holy Angels
Sunday, April 19th, 3:30PM, St. Mike's Place
Sunday, May 3rd, 7:00PM, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Basement
Sunday, June 14th, 1:00PM, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Holy Angels
Sunday, July 19th, 3:30PM, St. Mike's Place
Sunday, August 2nd, 7:00PM, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Basement
Sunday, September 27th, 1:00PM, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Holy Angels
Sunday, November 15th, 7:00PM, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Basement
Sunday, December 6th, 1:00PM, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Holy Angels
For more information and to register, please call 937-498-2307 or email kelly@nw7family.com.
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).
St. Joseph, Pillar of Families Office (Sidney) - Black drop box by the front door or with the Secretary during business hours (M-TH 9AM-Noon & 1-4PM).
Completed Baptism Registration forms can also be scanned (or picture) and emailed to Kelly Schmitmeyer, Coordinator of Sacramental Life at kelly@nw7family.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.