Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments.  Through Baptism, we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ and are incorporated into the Church.

Baptism of infants, or children younger than the age of 7, is the first step parents take that begins a life formation process for their children.  Parents state Baptismal vows for their child, committing to raise their child in faith.

When choosing godparents for your child:

• You only need one (1) Godparent, but if you choose two (2), one must be female and one must be male.
• Godparents must be fully initiated into the Catholic church; baptized, confirmed, and have received the Holy Eucharist.
• Godparents must be at least 16 years old.
• Godparents may not be a parent of the child.
• You may also choose a Christian Witness that is baptized into another Christian Tradition; as long as one of the adults is fully initiated into the Catholic church.

Our parishes require parents to participate in a Baptism Preparation Session, preferably before the child is born.

Adults and children over the age of 7 wishing to be baptized experience a process called the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.  This process culminates at the Easter Vigil with receiving all three (3) Sacraments of Initiation; Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation at the Mass.

To schedule a baptism, contact Kathi Andreoni at (262) 878-3476 or kathiandreoni@gmail.com.