Baptism
|
"Baptism is God's most beautiful and magnificent gift. . . . We call it gift, grace, anointing, enlightenment, garment of immortality, bath of rebirth, seal, and most precious gift.” St Gregory of Nazianzus. |
|
Baptism is the first sacrament of initiation. By baptism we are incorporated into the community of the church and become God’s sons and daughters. Our initiation into the church is completed by confirmation and eucharist in which we enjoy the full participation as members of God’s family, redeemed and made One in Christ.
|
Infant Baptisms From February 2020, Baptisms are generally scheduled at St Thomas the Apostle Parish at the following times:
Please note, this may vary at certain times, depending on other events and dates on the liturgical calendar. Please see our Calendar of Dates or contact the Parish Office if you would like to check a certain date. We also welcome your child to our community at 8:30am Sunday Morning Mass on the same morning as the baptism. Parents are required to attend a Baptism Preparation Session which is held once each month, usually on the third Sunday of the month following the 8:30am Mass, If you are interested in Baptism within this faith community, please read our Baptism Brochure which explains our process and fees in more details. Please check our Calendar of Dates and once you have decided, please complete the Baptism Booking Form and return it to the parish office as soon as possible. If you wish to check availability or have any questions, please contact the Parish Office. We look forward to welcoming your child into our community |
|
Children’s Baptism
If your child is older (aged 6 to 12) the process of preparing for Baptism is based on simplified version of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Please contact the Parish Office on 3398 1154 or stthomas@bne.catholic.net.au if you are interested in Baptism for your older child.
If your child is older (aged 6 to 12) the process of preparing for Baptism is based on simplified version of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Please contact the Parish Office on 3398 1154 or stthomas@bne.catholic.net.au if you are interested in Baptism for your older child.
Adult Baptism
Adults who desire baptism enter into a process known as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). This journey is normally undertaken
over a period of twelve months. For adults, the sacraments of initiation – baptism, confirmation & eucharist – are celebrated together at Easter (although in some circumstances it may be celebrated at another time of the year). Please contact the Parish Office on 3398 1154 or stthomas@bne.catholic.net.au for more information.
Adults who desire baptism enter into a process known as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). This journey is normally undertaken
over a period of twelve months. For adults, the sacraments of initiation – baptism, confirmation & eucharist – are celebrated together at Easter (although in some circumstances it may be celebrated at another time of the year). Please contact the Parish Office on 3398 1154 or stthomas@bne.catholic.net.au for more information.
Privacy Collection Statement
St Thomas the Apostle Parish are committed to protecting the privacy of personal information which the organisation collects, holds and administers. Personal information is information which directly or indirectly identifies a person. The information provided on this form is confidential. It will only be used for our parish records and for the purpose of contacting you about our parish activities. This information may be exchanged with other groups within St Thomas parish and with St Thomas’ Primary School.
St Thomas the Apostle Parish are committed to protecting the privacy of personal information which the organisation collects, holds and administers. Personal information is information which directly or indirectly identifies a person. The information provided on this form is confidential. It will only be used for our parish records and for the purpose of contacting you about our parish activities. This information may be exchanged with other groups within St Thomas parish and with St Thomas’ Primary School.
