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Baptism

Why should I be baptized? 
For Catholics, the Sacrament of Baptism is the first step in a lifelong journey of commitment and discipleship. Whether we are baptized as infants or adults, Baptism is the Church's way of celebrating and enacting the embrace of God.  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)

Infant Baptism

Baptism is the first Sacrament of Christian Initiation. Baptism of infants is normally celebrated during Mass.  For a child to be baptized at St. Joseph, his/her parents must be registered and practicing Catholics.

Parents are asked to choose someone to serve as godparent or sponsor for their child.  Since the sponsor’s role is to assist parents in passing on the faith in which the child is being baptized, parents should choose someone who will take the role seriously and will be a good role model for the child.  Church law sets minimum requirements: at least 16 years old, already confirmed, and a practicing Catholic.

If you would like to schedule a Baptism, please contact Monsignor Flach at the parish office at 618/993-3194.

Adult Baptism
See Becoming Catholic The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA).


"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

~ We look forward to welcoming you or your child to our parish family through baptism! ~
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St. Paul Catholic Church

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  • HOME
    • Mass Times
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    • Our Lady Guadalupe Mass
    • Our Parish Story
    • Parish Partner
    • Parish Life >
      • Building Committee
      • Finance Council
      • Knights of Columbus
      • Ladies Auxilary (Knights of Columbus)
      • Outreach Committee
      • Pastoral Council >
        • Minutes -Pastoral Council
      • Stewardship Committee
      • Welcome Committee
      • Women's Guild
    • Who is St. Joseph?
  • CONTACT US
    • Diocese of Belleville
    • Directions
    • Join Our Parish Family
    • Stay Connected with Pope Francis
    • Staff
  • EDUCATION
    • Adult Faith Formation
    • Becoming Catholic - RCIA
    • Child Protection Training
    • Children's Liturgy of the Word
    • Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic School
    • Youth Faith Formation >
      • YFF Confirmation Information
      • YFF Contact Page
  • FORMS
    • Media Release
    • Parish Registration Form
    • Pre Cana Registration Form
  • MINISTRIES
    • Liturgical Ministries
    • Pre-Cana
  • MEDIA
  • Planned Giving
    • Retirement Fund for Religious
  • SACRAMENTS
  • Tithes and Offering
  • WEEKLY MUSIC