Baptism

What is Baptism?
 
 "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you" - Matthew 28:19-20
 
 The Catechism of the Catholic Church says, "Baptism is birth into the new life in Christ" (1277). When a person is baptized:
      1. All sins are forgiven, both sins committed, as well as original sin inherited from Adam and Eve.
      2. All punishment for sins is forgiven.
      3. They become new creatures in the Holy Spirit.
      4. They become members of the Body of Christ, the Church.
 
 
 Baptisms for Infants and Children - Steps

         1.  Read Seton Baptism Information

Baptisms for infants and children under the age of seven are celebrated each month at 1:30 pm at the baptismal font.  Click here for more information and class/baptism schedule:  Seton Baptism Information

Godparents must be baptized, confirmed, and practicing Catholics in good standing with the Church.  For a complete description of eligibility, please click: 

 Godparent Guidelines.

       2.  Attend Baptism Class

One or both parents will need to attend a one-hour Seton baptism class if this is your first child being baptized, or you haven’t attended a class within 2 years.  Click here for class schedule: Seton Baptism Information     Contact Sue Iffert to register at [email protected].

Complete the following forms and send them to [email protected].

Media Release                      

Consent to Baptize

Baptism Registry                     

Sponsor Certificate (one or two depending on number of Godparents

Please contact Sue Iffert at 317-846-3850 x 3121 or [email protected].

Baptism for Adults

Unbaptized adults and children aged seven and older are prepared for the sacrament through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). Please contact Fr. Doerr at [email protected]