Baptism Prep Program
Program Description & Registration Information
Filed under Baptism Prep Program, Facilitator Resources, Parent Information, Parish Tools on February 10, 2012
Why do I need to attend Baptism preparation sessions? You are about to undertake the serious obligation of leading your child to God. On the day of your child’s baptism you will say ‘Amen’ several times. The word ‘Amen’ means ‘So be it,’ or ‘I believe.’ Before you say that word, you have the right and responsibility to know what you are saying ‘Amen’ to. What is the format and... Read More
The Role of a Godparent
Filed under Baptism Prep Program, Parent Information on February 10, 2012
Basic Qualifications A godparent must be a Catholic who has received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, is at least 16 years of age, and lives a life of faith befitting the role of a spiritual mentor. The godparent cannot be your mother or father. Having two godparents – one man and one woman – is the ideal, but at least one must be Catholic. One of the godparents can... Read More
Video Sampler
Filed under Facilitator Resources on February 9, 2012
SJEC staff conducted facilitator training in November 2012 for five regional parishes to help them prepare for implementing the Infant & Early Childhood Baptism Preparation Program in their respective parishes. Fifteen participants, including married couples, priests, and deacons completed the training. This short video sampler presents an overview of the program and highlights key program components. Click... Read More
Session Slides (Session 1 and 2)
Filed under Facilitator Resources on February 6, 2012
Individuals who have completed facilitator training for the Infant and Early Childhood Baptism Preparation Program may access the following Prezi slides for use during parish Baptism preparation sessions. Prezi slides require internet access throughout your entire presentation. If you will not have reliable internet access or would prefer to use PowerPoint slides, please email Faye Akers or call our... Read More
Additional facilitator resources
Filed under Baptism Prep Program, Facilitator Resources on February 5, 2012
Here are some additional resources to help parish facilitators of the Infant and Early Childhood Baptism Preparation Program. Please email Faye Akers if you have other ideas or resources you would like to contribute. Sample Sacred Space Setting up a sacred space for your Baptism Preparation sessions will create a prayerful environment for your participants. In addition to the items you see here,... Read More
Facilitator Training Registration
Filed under Baptism Prep Program, Facilitator Training Registration on February 4, 2012
WE DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE A DATE SET FOR THE NEXT FACILITATOR TRAINING SESSION. PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICES AT (515) 222-1092 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HOSTING OR PARTICIPATING IN TRAINING. To register for facilitator training for the Infant & Early Childhood Baptism Preparation Program, select the date and location of the training you would like to attend: Baptism Prep Facilitator Training Date: TBD Time:... Read More
Data for Baptismal Register and Pastoral Inquiry Forms
Filed under Baptism Prep Program, Facilitator Resources, Parent Information, Parish Tools on February 4, 2012
The Data for Baptismal Register form includes two sections. Part One asks for information that will be used to complete the official parish Baptism Register, which is stored in the parish archives. Part Two (The Pastoral Inquiry) asks for information that is meant to help us serve your faith-based needs in this process as you seek to have your child baptized and raise him/her in the practice of the... Read More
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Filed under Baptism Prep Program, Parent Information on February 3, 2012
Questions about Baptism Day Q. What response will I say as the parent? A. Your responses will be discussed in detail when you attend the Baptism preparation sessions. During the ceremony, follow Father or the Deacon’s lead. He will prompt you as you go. Q. What do we need to bring with us the day of the baptism? A. Your dressed baby (bring an extra set of regular clothes in case of... Read More
Recommended Books for Children Ages 0 – 7
Filed under Baptism Prep Program, Facilitator Resources, Parent Information on February 2, 2012
To help your child grow in the Faith, we recommend creating a Catholic library in your home. Start with a Bible appropriate to the age of your child. Collect story books, DVDs, and CDs about saints for your child to listen to at home and in the car. Saints serve not only as examples of Christian life, but also as heavenly friends we can turn to at any time. All these stories should fill your child’s... Read More
The Sacrament of Baptism
Filed under Archives, Baptism Prep Program, Facilitator Resources, Parent Information, Sacraments on December 28, 2011
Are you unaware that we who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? (Romans 6:3) Here is born in Spirit-soaked fertility a brood destined for another City, begotten by God’s blowing and borne upon this torrent by the Church their virgin mother. Reborn in these depths they reach for heaven’s realm, the born-but-once unknown by felicity. This spring is life that floods the world,... Read More