Baptism at New Roads
COVID-19 RELATED BAPTISM UPDATE
Please contact us directly to inquire about current options for baptism during this transitional time.
Please contact us directly to inquire about current options for baptism during this transitional time.
Frequently asked questions:
How long after the birth of a child should the baptism take place?
Baptism can take place as soon as is practical for the family. There is no age restriction. Any person may be baptized at any age.
How do we prepare for baptism?
Covid update: At this time baptismal prep occurs during the baptismal celebration. A separate workshop is not held.
When can my child be baptized?
Covid update: Baptisms are limited to 5 families. They are held once a month at St. Joseph. There are no baptisms during Lent.
What are the requirements for being a godparent (sponsor) at baptism?
It is customary to have two sponsors, one male and one female. The role of the sponsor is to assist the child’s parents in passing on the Christian faith. At least one sponsor must be a confirmed, practicing Catholic over the age of 16. A baptized non-Catholic can serve as the other sponsor. Such a person is known as a Christian witness.
What if the godparent cannot be present for the baptism?
If the godparent cannot be present in person, the parent may appoint another person to serve as a proxy at the baptism.
What should the baby wear for the baptism?
The family should bring their child dressed in a white baptismal garment, which is a symbol of the new life in Christ.
How do we register?
Please contact us directly to inquire about current options for baptism during this transitional time.
We would be delighted to answer any other questions you may have, either at the baptismal preparation session or over the phone, via email or in person.
Tracey Summerhayes
Administrative Assistant
tsummerhayes@newroadscatholic.org
617-484-1996 ext. 10
How long after the birth of a child should the baptism take place?
Baptism can take place as soon as is practical for the family. There is no age restriction. Any person may be baptized at any age.
How do we prepare for baptism?
Covid update: At this time baptismal prep occurs during the baptismal celebration. A separate workshop is not held.
When can my child be baptized?
Covid update: Baptisms are limited to 5 families. They are held once a month at St. Joseph. There are no baptisms during Lent.
What are the requirements for being a godparent (sponsor) at baptism?
It is customary to have two sponsors, one male and one female. The role of the sponsor is to assist the child’s parents in passing on the Christian faith. At least one sponsor must be a confirmed, practicing Catholic over the age of 16. A baptized non-Catholic can serve as the other sponsor. Such a person is known as a Christian witness.
What if the godparent cannot be present for the baptism?
If the godparent cannot be present in person, the parent may appoint another person to serve as a proxy at the baptism.
What should the baby wear for the baptism?
The family should bring their child dressed in a white baptismal garment, which is a symbol of the new life in Christ.
How do we register?
Please contact us directly to inquire about current options for baptism during this transitional time.
We would be delighted to answer any other questions you may have, either at the baptismal preparation session or over the phone, via email or in person.
Tracey Summerhayes
Administrative Assistant
tsummerhayes@newroadscatholic.org
617-484-1996 ext. 10
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