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"The Lord himself affirms that Baptism is necessary for salvation. He also commands his disciples to proclaim the Gospel to all nations and to baptize them. Baptism is necessary for salvation for those to whom the Gospel has been proclaimed and who have had the possibility of asking for this sacrament. The Church does not know of any means other than Baptism that assures entry into eternal beatitude; this is why she takes care not to neglect the mission she has received from the Lord to see that all who can be baptized are "reborn of water and the Spirit." God has bound salvation to the sacrament of Baptism, but he himself is not bound by his sacraments."To learn about being baptized at Holy Spirit, see below:
Infant Baptisms (newborn - 1st grade) An infant Baptism class is required for parents before your child’s Baptism. It is suggested that you take this class during your pregnancy. Please pre-register with the parish before the class. Contact: Lisa Estrada 972-298-4971 x312 or email [email protected]. For more information, stop by the Community Center Office to pick up an Infant Baptism Packet during regular office hours.
Children and Youth (ages 7 - 17 years) - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA), adapted for children. Religious Education has established a Rite of Christian Initiation, based on the RCIA process and adapted for un-baptized children, which is a part of our family-centered sacramental preparation process. Children and Youth participate in the formation sessions with their parents, and sponsors are encouraged to participate to the degree possible.Baptism for Adults (ages 18+) - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) Call Lindee Greer in the RCIA office 972-298-4971 x343 for registration and further details on the RCIA process for Children and Adults.
Requirements for Baptism of Infants:
1. Parents must be registered with Holy Spirit parish.
2. At least one parent must be Baptized in the Catholic faith.
3. Child to be baptized must be under the age of 7 years.
4. There is a required baptismal class and parents must come to the office to pick up a baptismal packet
5. All paperwork must be turned in 2 weeks prior to the date of the baptismal class.
6. All baptisms are done within a mass; there are no private baptisms.