Third Sunday of the Month— Registration is required—call the Parish Office to register at 301-229-7933 or e-mail.

 

Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua), and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: "Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word." (Cathechism of the Catholic Church, 1213)

Baptism is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation, which also include Confirmation and the Eucharist.

At St. Bart's, baptisms are administered on the 3rd Sunday of the month by appointment only. Parents are required to take a brief class related to the Sacrament prior to the Baptism. Classes are held on the 1st Wednesday of each month. Registration is required. Call the Parish Office at 301-229-7933, or e-mail: stbarts.admin@verizon.net for more information.