Sacrament of Baptism

The origin and foundation of Christian Baptism is Jesus.  Before starting his public ministry, Jesus submitted himself to the baptism given by John the Baptist.  The waters did not purify him; he cleansed the waters.  . . .  Jesus did not need to be baptized because he was totally faithful to the will of his Father and free from sin.  However, he wanted to show his solidarity with human beings in order to reconcile them to the Father. By commanding his disciples to baptize all nations, he established the means by which people would die to sin – Original and actual – and begin to live a new life with God.

The Sacrament of Baptism is the first Sacrament of Initiation into the Catholic Church. Baptism is a precious gift given by God through the Church, one which parents have the privilege to offer to their children. It is a gift meant to last a lifetime and beyond. The Sacrament of Baptism opens the door to new life by making us part of Christ and His Church. It is the entry into a Catholic-Christian community and a life of faith in Jesus Christ.

In Baptism, the Holy Spirit moves us to answer Christ's call to holiness. In Baptism, we are asked to walk by the light of Christ and to trust in his wisdom. We are invited to submit our hearts to Christ with ever deeper love. ~from the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults | en español

Baptism for infants requires advance preparation of at least two months, which includes a Baptism Preparation Class. Baptism for teenagers and adults is conducted through our RCIA program.

Baptisms for infants and children (through 6 years old) in English and Spanish are held on designated Saturdays throughout the year excluding Lent. 

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baptism contact information

Infant-6 Years Old

Infants and Children through 6 years old
Ministry Center
Phone: 209-320-5714
baptisms@presentationchurch.net
Monday thru Friday
by appointment only

7 years old - 8th Grade

Children 7 years old - 8th grade
Minister of Religious Education
Nancy Gomez
Phone: 209-320-5714
religioused@presentationchurch.net
Link to RCIC - Elementary

High School - 24 years old

High School - 24 years old
 Youth and Young Adult Minister
youthministry@presentationchurch.net
Link to Baptism - Youth/Young Adult
Link to RCIA - Youth/Young Adult

25 years old and over

25 years old and over
Minister of Adult Formation
Maria Teodoro Chadburn, M.A.
Phone: 209-472-2150
adultform@presentationchurch.net
Link to Baptism - Adult
Link to RCIA - Adult

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Baptism Preparation (Infant - 6 years old)

Presentation Parish provides formation to prepare parents and godparents for the responsibilities they undertake with the baptism of young children. Volunteer catechist in this ministry lead sessions to prepare parents and Godparents for the Baptism of their young children. In both English and Spanish the preparation sessions include catechesis, spiritual growth and community building.
Participation in the Baptism Preparation Class is a requirement for all parents and godparents seeking Baptism for their children. 


Please keep in mind:

• The parents and child's names should be listed as they appear on the child’s county-issued birth certificate.
• The child’s original birth certificate is to be presented at the time all documents are turned in so a copy can be made for the registration packet.
• Parents and godparents must obtain a letter granting permission to baptize at Church of the Presentation from the church where they are registered and active.
• At least one godparent must be an active and practicing Catholic in good standing, at least 16 years old, having received the sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation.  If married, they must be married in the Catholic Church.
• Parents and godparents must provide proof of successfully completing a baptism preparation class within five years of the preferred baptism date.
• If the baptism preparation class is to be completed at Church of the Presentation (via Zoom), the requested one-time donation is $50 and is due prior to access to the class.

Once the parent has the completed registration form, child’s county-issued birth certificate, and collected the permission letter(s) and proof of baptism preparation class from another parish, email baptisms@presentationchurch.net to schedule an appointment to turn these documents in. If the baptism preparation class will be taken at Church of the Presentation, the class date can also be selected during the scheduled appointment.

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PLEASE NOTE: We strongly suggest that you do not send out invitations prior to officially scheduling the baptism as the Church of the Presentation is NOT responsible if there is a scheduling conflict. 

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Lista de Verificación de Registro de Bautismo:

• El formulario de registro debe incluir los nombres de la madre y el niño tal como aparecen en el certificado de nacimiento del niño preoarado por el Condado.
• El certificado de nacimiento original del niño debe presentarse al momento de entregar todos los documentos para que se pueda tomar una copia.
• Los padres y padrinos deben obtener una carta de permiso de la iglesia donde están registrados y activos para poder bautizar en la Iglesia de la Presentación.
• Al menos un padrino debe ser un Católico activo y practicante en buen estado, al menos de 16 años, haber recibido los sacramentos del Bautismo, Primera Comunión y Confirmación. Si están casados, deben haber estado casados ​​en la Iglesia Católica.
• Los padres y padrinos deben proporcionar prueba de haber completado satisfactoriamente una clase de preparación para el bautismo dentro de los cinco años posteriores a la fecha de bautismo preferida.
• Si la clase de preparación para el bautismo (a través de Zoom) se completará en la Iglesia de la Presentación, la donación solicitada para este servicio es de $ 50.

Una vez que se hayan recopilado el formulario de registro, la(s) carta(s) de permiso y la prueba de la clase de preparación para el bautismo, envíe un correo electrónico a baptisms@presentationchurch.net para programar una cita para entregar estos documentos y seleccionar la fecha de bautismo preferida. Si la clase de preparación para el bautismo se tomará en la Iglesia de la Presentación, la fecha de la clase también se puede seleccionar en este momento.
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TENGA EN CUENTA: Le recomendamos encarecidamente que no envíe invitaciones antes de programar oficialmente el bautismo ya que la Iglesia de la Presentación NO es responsable si hay un conflicto de programación. Tanto la clase de preparación como la ceremonia de bautismo están programadas por orden de llegada. Debido a COVID-19, se pueden aplicar restricciones adicionales, incluyendo el aplazamiento de los bautismos programados.

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(English and Spanish)

Information Sheet

Information sheets coming soon.

For Baptism Information (Infant-6 years old) in English, please click here.

Próximamente Hojas de Información
 
Para Información Bautismal  (Infantes – 6 años) en Español, por favor haga clic aquí

Registration Form

For Baptism Registration From (Infant-6 years old) in English, please click here.


Para Registración de Bautismo (Infantes – 6 años) en Español, por favor haga clic aquí.

FAQ's

English:

• Preparation classes in English are held on the 1st Saturday of the month, from noon-1:45 pm (via Zoom)
• Baptismal Celebrations are on the 2nd Saturday of the month
• Forms, documentation, and fees should be turned into the Ministry Center at the time of the scheduled appointment

Spanish:

• Preparation classes in Spanish are held on the 3rd Saturday of the month, 8:00 am (via Zoom)
• Baptismal Celebrations are on the 4th Saturday of the month
• Forms, documentation, and fees should be turned into the Ministry Center at the time of the scheduled appointment

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