Baptism
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"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. |
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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.
Baptism is celebrated by immersion in, or pouring of, water and the words ‘I baptise you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit’.
Parents who ask to have their children baptised accept the responsibility of training them in the practice of the faith and bringing them up to keep God’s commandments. At least one parent must be Catholic. Baptism is about being made a part of the community of faith; it not a private family occasion. Therefore baptisms are normally celebrated with several other families.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has produced an excellent resource for parents considering baptism – flameoffaith.org.au
Baptism is celebrated by immersion in, or pouring of, water and the words ‘I baptise you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit’.
Parents who ask to have their children baptised accept the responsibility of training them in the practice of the faith and bringing them up to keep God’s commandments. At least one parent must be Catholic. Baptism is about being made a part of the community of faith; it not a private family occasion. Therefore baptisms are normally celebrated with several other families.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has produced an excellent resource for parents considering baptism – flameoffaith.org.au
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Infant Baptisms
Baptisms at St Thomas the Apostle Parish are generally celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at 10am. Please note, this may vary at certain times, depending on other events and dates on the parish calendar. Please contact the Parish Office if you would like to check a certain date. Parents are required to attend a Baptism Preparation Session. Currently we are running individual sessions in the Parish Office with our Children's Ministry Coordinator. If you are interested in Baptism within this faith community, please contact the Parish Office regarding dates and availability. Once you have chosen a date, please complete the Baptism Booking Form (see button above) and return it to the parish office as soon as possible. We look forward to welcoming your child into our community |
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Children’s Baptism
If your child is older (aged 6 to 12) the process of preparing for Baptism is based on a 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 a 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.
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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.
