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Adult Baptism
Learn more about how to join the Catholic Church through R.C.I.A. (the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) at Holy Family here!
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Infant/Child Baptism
This sacrament is the foundation of the Christian life. In Baptism we are freed from original sin, become heirs to the Kingdom of God, and receive the indwelling of the Holy Trinity.
“Parents are obliged to see that their infants are baptized within the first few weeks.” (Code of Canon Law #867)
It is increasingly common to see the baptism of newborn infants delayed even for months in order to facilitate travel schedules of grandparents or godparents or to find a “convenient” time. This trend is contrary to Church law and diminishes the spiritual importance of baptism in favor of emphasizing the earthly celebration with family and friends. Please claim for your infant the dignity of a child of God in baptism at the earliest possible moment.
Arrangements for infant baptism must be made in advance:- Please call the parish office at 952.929.0113 to schedule your child's baptism. Baptisms are usually on the first Sunday of the month. If it is your first time or has been over three years since you had a child baptized, the parish office will help you schedule a preliminary baptism meeting with Deacon Jim Meyer which must be completed at least one week prior to the baptism.
Also, at least one week prior to the baptism, please provide:- A copy of your child's birth certificate
- Both forms, below, completed and sent "Attn: Kathy Fink" via fax, mail, or at staff@hfcmn.org :
1) This Registration Form
2) This Godparent Form, completed by each godparent
See requirements for godparent/s here. The godparent/s must obtain their pastor’s signature on this form. Letters of good standing are required for godparents from the parish where they are active members.Please contact the parish office with any questions at 952.929.0113.
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