Baptism at New Roads
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?
After registering and selecting dates, parents will attend a baptismal preparation session prior to the baptism. This session lasts about an hour and is located at either St. Joseph or St. Luke at 1:00 p.m. every other month on the first Sunday of the month (some exceptions apply to accommodate holidays). Godparents are welcome to join the session but are not required.
When can my child be baptized?
Baptisms are generally held at 11:00 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at St. Luke and on the fourth Saturday of the month at St. Joseph. There are no baptisms during Lent and, at certain other times of the year, there may be adjustments to the baptism dates.
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?
Click HERE to register online to request your dates for baptism and baptism prep. All available dates will be listed.
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?
After registering and selecting dates, parents will attend a baptismal preparation session prior to the baptism. This session lasts about an hour and is located at either St. Joseph or St. Luke at 1:00 p.m. every other month on the first Sunday of the month (some exceptions apply to accommodate holidays). Godparents are welcome to join the session but are not required.
When can my child be baptized?
Baptisms are generally held at 11:00 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at St. Luke and on the fourth Saturday of the month at St. Joseph. There are no baptisms during Lent and, at certain other times of the year, there may be adjustments to the baptism dates.
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?
Click HERE to register online to request your dates for baptism and baptism prep. All available dates will be listed.
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
Sign up for our e-mail list
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter