Baptism is the first of the Sacraments of Initiation. The meaning for Baptism is to make Christian followers children of God through the action of water and the Holy Spirit.

The majority of non-adult Baptisms are infants, but today, some parents are opting to have their children baptised at an older age. In both these cases, the parents undertake some preparation in their Parish.

Godparents are chosen as someone who will assist the parents in supporting the faith development of their children. Godparents must be baptised and confirmed Catholics over the age of 16. They must be formed to see themselves as members of the Church, and must therefore show willingness to live as a follower of Christ within a Christian community, and to share in the worship, prayer and mission and the life of the Parish.

Source: Diocese of Sale

Baptism & Initiation

Baptism is the first of the Sacraments of Initiation together with Confirmation and Communion. To request Baptism for an infant or young child please complete the Baptism Request Form and return to parish office.

Preparation for Baptism requires attendance at a Baptism preparation session, and presentation of the child at a Sunday Mass.  A sponsor is required and two sponsors are recommended; a sponsor needs to be a Catholic who has received the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.