Baptism
Baptism
The origin and foundation of Christian Baptism is Jesus. Before starting his public ministry, Jesus submitted himself to the baptism given by John the Baptist. The waters did not purify him; he cleansed the waters. . . . Jesus did not need to be baptized because he was totally faithful to the will of his Father and free from sin. However, he wanted to show his solidarity with human beings in order to reconcile them to the Father. By commanding his disciples to baptize all nations, he established the means by which people would die to sin – Original and actual – and begin to live a new life with God.
In Baptism, the Holy Spirit moves us to answer Christ's call to holiness. In Baptism, we are asked to walk by the light of Christ and to trust in his wisdom. We are invited to submit our hearts to Christ with ever deeper love. For more information on the Sacrament of Baptism, click here and/or watch the video below.
Infant Baptism
Scheduled on Saturdays at 10:00am. A meeting with the Pastor and Baptism instruction takes place before the Baptism. Please call the Parish Office for information at 717-846-4935.
Note: The requirements for sponsors of Baptism are the following:
- Have received the three Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist).
- Be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
- If married, the marriage must conform to the regulations of the Catholic Church.
- Faithfully fulfill the obligation for Mass.
