"Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as children 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."
-Catechism of the Catholic Church 1213
The celebration of infant Baptism ordinarily takes place on Saturdays during Mass or following Mass. Parents are asked to contact the pastor to set up a meeting to prepare for the sacrament and to set the date. Baptism for children (ages 7 and up) and adults occur at the Easter Vigil.