BAPTISM
"Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua), and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word."
What is the Sacrament of Baptism?
See the Baptism Handout for details.
Baptism Preparation for Parents of Children from Infancy up to First Grade
FIRST
Please contact the parish office at (671) 633-8044 or email sbcguam@gmail.com to make an appointment to speak with the parish priest to discuss your child's baptism. Please fill out and provide the following documents, and bring them with you to the meeting:
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Information for Baptism Form completed and signed by the parent
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Copy of child’s official Birth Certificate issued by Department of Public Health
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Sponsor(s) Permission Form from the parish priest WHERE SPONSOR(S) ATTEND MASS REGULARLY
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Permission to baptize letter (if not a parishioner at Santa Bernadita Church)
ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO SCHEDULING OF INSTRUCTIONS.
SECOND
Parents and Godparents must attend a Baptismal Instruction at Santa Bernadita Church.
Baptismal Instruction at Santa Bernadita Church are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Baptisms are celebrated on 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month and other days (upon request)
Baptism Preparation for Children in First Grade through High School
The Religious Education program coordinates the "Older Student Sacrament Program" in the beginning of the CCD program of each year (last week of August).
For more information, please contact the parish office at (671) 633-8044 or email sbcguam@gmail.com
Baptism Preparation for Adults
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) prepares adults to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. For more information about the RCIA process, please contact the parish office at (671) 633-8044 or email sbcguam@gmail.com