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 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, September 28th, 1:00PM, 2nd floor conference room at Holy Angels

Sunday, October 5th, 4:00PM, St. Michael - St. Mike's Place

Sunday, November 23rd, 7:00PM, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Basement

Sunday, December 14th, 1:00PM, 2nd floor conference room at Holy Angels

For more information and to register, please call 937-498-2307.

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.