Baptism
Baptism
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Congratulations on the birth of your child! The Parish Community shares in your joy. The Baptism of a child is a very special occasion in the life of a family. It is also a very special occasion in the life of the Church. Just as we welcome a child into our families, so too the Church welcomes children into the family of God. Baptism is the Church’s sacrament of welcome and the gateway to all the other sacraments.
Baptism Dates are
Saturday / Sunday @ 11am
To book your child’s Baptism please contact the Parish Office
Phone 046 -9733311.
E.mail edenderryparishcentre@gmail.com
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Baptism Preparation
Edenderry Parish requires parents to attend a preparation meeting before presenting their child for baptism. These meetings are held once a month in the Parish Centre.
Further details from the Parish office for more details
Phone: 046 -9733311.
You can contact us by email @ edenderryparishcentre@gmail.com
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Baptismal Certificates
Baptismal certificates can be obtained from the Parish office.
To facilitate us on our search for your Baptismal certificate,
we need the following details:
First Name
Family Name
Mother’s first name and family’s maiden name
Father’s first name and family name
Date of birth
Full postal address
You can contact us by email @ edenderryparishcentre@gmail.com
Phone: 046 -9733311.
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Journey together
At each baptism, we proclaim our belief in the dignity of the person being initiated. We are affirming our commitment to sharing our faith with this person in a way that will enable him or her in time to make their own free response.
Our understanding of baptism is not simply something that is ‘done’ to the child. It is the start of a journey of faith, a journey that is travelled together by the family. The tradition of godparents stands for the participation of the wider Christian community on this journey. Their loving affection for the baptised child expresses the care of the whole Christian family.
Arranging a Baptism.
Preparation meeting for parents.
Baptismal Certificates.
Ceremony.
Oil. White Robe. Candle light.
The baby is blessed into the family of love at the water Font. The oil of Chrism is a reminder that we serve God in serving the need of others. The white Robe is a sign of a new way of life. The candle is a sign that Christ shares his life and lives in this child. May the baby become aware of our family relations. The Father, who cares lovingly. The Son who gives generously, the Spirit who stays with us faithfully. Amen. May the baby become a good community person. Amen. May the baby discover the wonder of being human. Amen. May the baby experience joy and give joy. Amen.
Godparents.
2 Godparents ONLY are recommended at each Baptism during these COVID times. This will be strictly adhered to.