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. |
baptism contact informationInfants and Children through 6 years old
Ministry Center Juanita Diaz 209-320-5710 frontdesk@presentationchurch.net Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Link to calendar - Infant - 6 years old All registrations must be done in person Children 7 years old - 8th grade Minister of Religious Education Nancy Gomez Phone: 320-5714 religioused@presentationchurch.net Link to RCIC - Elementary High School - 24 years old Youth and Young Adult Minister Samantha Soto Phone: 320-5722 youthministry@presentationchurch.net Link to Baptism - Youth/Young Adult Link to RCIA - Youth/Young Adult 25 years old and over Minister of Adult Formation Maria Teodoro Chadburn, M.A. Phone: 320-5713 adultform@presentationchurch.net Link to Baptism - Adult Link to RCIA - Adult Baptism Preparation
Volunteers 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. Training is provided.
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The Presentation Parish provides formation to prepare parents and godparents for the responsibilities they undertake with the baptism of young children. Volunteers ensure that the baptism ceremony is a positive experience for all those present. Families of young children are supported through a preschool program which offers a developmentally appropriate faith filled environment and a Sunday child care co-op program that provides Liturgy based formation during Mass. Parents are provided with opportunities to develop relationships with other fellow parishioners.