Baptism
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Parents and childrenCongratulations! God has blessed you with a child! And now you are presenting that child for baptism in the Catholic church. All of us who share faith with you rejoice. You have accepted a new life for your home, a child who will grace our world. Now through the mystery of baptism, that child will be born again.
Baptism means a lot for your child, for you, and for the community. Through baptism, that youngster will become a disciple, part of the body of Christ. Through baptism, you affirm that you will raise your child in the practice of the faith. Through baptism our community is enriched with one who will grow in faith, share our concerns, serve others, and join us in the praise of God.
“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 28:19
Baptism is the first of the seven sacraments, and the "door" which gives access to the other sacraments. Baptism is the first and chief sacrament of forgiveness of sins because it unites us with Christ, who died for our sins and rose for our justification. Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist constitute the "sacraments of initiation" by which a believer receives the remission of original and personal sin, begins a new life in Christ and the Holy Spirit and is incorporated into the Church, the body of Christ. The rite of Baptism consists in immersing the candidate in water, or pouring water on the head while pronouncing the invocation of the Most Holy Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, p. 867) -
Baptism of Children (over age 6)
Since children who have reached the use of reason are considered, for purposes of Christian initiation, to be adults (canon 852:1), their formation should follow the general pattern of the ordinary catechumenate (RCIA) as far as possible, with the appropriate adaptations permitted by the ritual. They should receive the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist at the Easter Vigil, together with the older catechumens (non-baptized). Natural Statutes for the Catechumenate - paragraph 18
Our Lady of Angels offers formation for children over the age of six side by side with their regular program of Religious education.
Contact: Ruby Steponaitis
Phone: 469-467-9669
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Adult Baptism
In the sacraments of Christian initiation we are freed from the power of darkness and joined to Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. We receive the Spirit of filial adoption and are part of the entire people of God in the celebration of the memorial of the Lord’s death and resurrection.
Baptism incorporates us into Christ and forms us into God’s people. This first sacrament pardons all our sins, rescues us from the power of darkness, and brings us to the dignity of adopted children, a new creation through water and the Holy Spirit. Hence we are called and are indeed the Children of God. (Ad Gentes paragraph 14)
Contact: Jennifer Hardee
Phone: 469-467-9669
Email: jhardee@ourladyofangels.com
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Infant Baptism
We welcome your family on the joyous occasion of the celebration of this child! We look forward to the opportunity to assist you and your family in preparation for this sacramental event.
Here is a checklist for parents and godparents:- Contact the OLA Parish Office for possible dates and times to book your child's baptism.
- Attend a parish Baptism Preparation Class. If the class is taken at OLA, we will have a record of your attendance. If you choose to take a class at another parish, please submit proof of that class to the OLA Parish Office.
- Talk to godparents about their responsibilities and invite them to attend a Baptism Preparation Class. Godparent requirements can be view at Code of Canon Law - Book IV - Function of the Church (Cann. 834-878) (vatican.va)
- Fill out the Baptismal Application Form and submit to the OLA Parish Office along with a copy of the child's Birth Certificate or Hospital Vital Record.
- Give the godparents the Godparent Information Form. They will need to have it signed and sealed by their parish and returned to the OLA Parish Office.
Register for a Baptism Class
Baptism RequirementsInfants and children up to the age of reason (typically age six) may be baptized at the parent's request. Parents and godparents are required by the Diocese of Dallas to attend a Baptism Preparation Class prior to the baptism. Godparents who live in another parish may attend a Baptism Preparation Class in their home parish or they can atten our zoom class. If you have attended a class elsewhere in the past 2-3 years you can request a letter from that church be sent to Our Lady of Angels verifying that you have attended the class. You may also attend the class at your home parish and have a letter of verification sent to Our Lady of Angels Parish Office.
Parents please complete the Baptism Form and return to our office along with a copy of your child’s Birth Certificate or Hospital Vital Records.
Selecting a Baptismal Date
Sacrament of Baptism at one of our weekend Masses or privately on Saturdays. Please email Paula Chisolm in the parish office to find out what dates are available.
NOTE: If you are a registered member of Our Lady of Angels and are baptizing your child elsewhere, please request a letter from the Parish Office giving permission to have your child baptized at another parish. You will also need to check with that parish to see what the requirements are for that parish.
For more information and class registration.
Contact: Paula Chisolm, Baptism Coordinator
Phone: 469-467-9669
Email: pchisolm@ourladyofangels.com
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