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Holy Baptism is the basis of our whole Christian life, the beginning of life in the Spirit and the sacrament that gives access to all other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as children of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and share in her mission: Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water and in the word.
We at St. Nicholas celebrate Baptism throughout the month by appointment. Date for Baptism instructions for parents and sponsors will be arranged after Baptism date is established, Registered parishioners are asked to please call the rectory office to make arrangements.
Godparent Requirements
Baptism requires 2 sponsors: 2 practicing Catholics or 1 practicing Catholic and 1 Christian witness. A sponsor must obtain a “Sponsor Certificate” from the Catholic church they are a member of if they are not a registered, active member of St. Nicholas’s. To qualify to be a godparent you should be registered and active with your parish for at least 6 months; be at least 16 years of age; have received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation; live a life in conformity with the Catholic faith; if married, have the marriage recognized as valid by the Catholic church.