Baptism
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Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons and daughters of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission..." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1213).
We begin our life in Christ at Baptism. The sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on the first and third Sundays of the month, following the Noon Mass.First-time parents are required to be registered at Our Lady of the Lake and attend a Baptism Class. The Baptism class is held the second Monday every other month at 7:00 p.m. (Feb, Apr, June, Aug, Oct, Dec)
Godparents
A godparent must be a practicing Catholic who is at least 16 years of age. The godparent must have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation and attend Mass regularly. These requirements are the universal law of the Church and are not determined by the individual parish. If the person you choose as godparent fulfills these requirements, he/she is asked to provide a certificate from their parish stating that they are eligible to be a godparent.
Please call the parish office and make arrangements to schedule your Baptism. -