"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 of you" (Mt 28:19-20).
Baptism is the first sacrament celebrated in the process of becoming a full member of the Church community. It is the first of the three Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.
Baptism is, like all the sacraments, a gift from God. Water is the universal symbol. Water is absolutely essential for all life. Water cleanses and restores. It is the waters of Baptism which give us new life. In accordance, through Baptism, we die to ourselves in order to be restored and resurrected in the new life of Christ.
To schedule a Baptism, contact Pat Shea
(850) 477-3221
If you would like to receive Baptism Prep from Fr. Raymond, you can
book a Baptism Prep appointment here
Children aged 7 and older are considered the age of reason, this is when a child can understand the Sacrament of Baptism and actively participate. The Baptism process begins the same as for infants, however, children of this age need to be registered in the Nativity of Our Lord Faith Formation Program.
To register or for more information please contact
Taylor Linn, Faith Formation Coordinator
(850) 477-3221
Adults seeking baptism and the other Sacraments of Initiation are introduced into the Roman Catholic faith through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Programs run from fall through spring, meeting weekly and culminate with reception into the Church during the Easter Vigil Celebration.
For more information, please contact Pat Shea.
(850) 477-3221