Baptism is the first sacrament in the Catholic faith and is the formal introduction of a person into the Church community. It is through the pouring of the Holy water during the baptismal ceremony that a person enters into the life of God and the Holy Spirit is received; making us God’s sons and daughters (Catholic Australia, 2014).
For many Catholic followers, the choice to be baptised into the Catholic Church was one made by their parents when they were an infant. This website aims to assist you in learning about baptism and the process involved having your child baptised. To help aid those who seek to learn further about this sacrament, this site also explores the following concepts:
· Origins of Baptism
· Historical Development of Baptism
· Current Ritual Structure
· Theological, Pastoral and Practical Considerations
Parishes vary across the country so it is important to book an appointment with the parish priest or the pastoral associate if you wish to have your child baptised.
For many Catholic followers, the choice to be baptised into the Catholic Church was one made by their parents when they were an infant. This website aims to assist you in learning about baptism and the process involved having your child baptised. To help aid those who seek to learn further about this sacrament, this site also explores the following concepts:
· Origins of Baptism
· Historical Development of Baptism
· Current Ritual Structure
· Theological, Pastoral and Practical Considerations
Parishes vary across the country so it is important to book an appointment with the parish priest or the pastoral associate if you wish to have your child baptised.