Holy Baptism

For Children Baptisms

Please contact Fr. Karl Millis: father.millis@archden.org, (303) 772-6322, Ext. 247.

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For Adult Baptisms

Please contact Michael Lynch: michael@sfassisi.org, (303) 772-6322, Ext. 225.

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. CCC 1213

Baptism is the foundational sacrament of Christian life and for membership in God’s Church. Jesus Christ, while on the cross, gave us baptism from the very waters that poured from his pierced heart, and in this sacrament, we see how much God truly loves us. The Sacrament of baptism has profound and eternal effects.

When a person is baptized he or she is:

• Made in new creation, an adopted son or daughter of God, who has become partaker of the divine nature.  – CCC 1265

• Becomes a member of the Body of Christ, the Church. – CCC 1267

• Is freed from the power of darkness and is brought into the realm of the freedom of the children of God. – CCC 1250

• Is able to believe in God, to hope in him, and to love him through the theological virtues; Given the power to love and act under the prompting of the Holy Spirit though the gifts of the Holy Spirit; Helped to grow in the goodness through the moral virtues. – CCC 1266

Adult Baptism

Adults go through a process called O.C.I.A (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults), and are usually received into the Church at the Easter Vigil.

For more information, please contact Michael Lynch: michael@sfassisi.org, (303) 772-6322, Ext. 225

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Children Baptism

Please contact Fr. Karl Millis: father.millis@archden.org, (303) 772-6322, Ext. 247

Thank you, for your interest in having your child receive the Sacrament of Baptism here at St. Francis of Assisi. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions:

Do I need to be a parishioner to have my child baptized at Saint Francis of Assisi?

We do not ask that you be a registered member of our parish. However, we encourage you to become a part of our faith community. It is through the living and practicing of your faith that your child will grow in relationship, identity, and mission in and through Jesus Christ. If you just haven’t had a chance to register, just stop by the office at any time from 8:30-4 Monday-Thursday and 8:30-1pm, or click here to register online. If you are registered at another parish but would like to take the Baptism class here, you are welcome to attend the class as well.

Are there requirements for Godparents?

Parents may choose two godparents, one male and one female, but are only required to choose at least one person for this important position. Please note, whomever you choose to be your godparent(s) must be practicing Catholic. They must have received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation, and if married they need to have been married in the Church. You will need to have chosen the godparents at the time of the class. If you do not have Godparents, let Fr. Karl Millis know, and he will assist you.

Is there a class Parents or Godparents need to take? Is there a fee for the class?

Parents and godparents will need to take a Baptism Preparation Class (If you have not taken one within the past three years). The church offers our Baptism Prep class online. To register for the class, please contact Fr. Karl Millis: father.millis@archden.org, (303) 772-6322, Ext. 247.

If you or the godparents can’t attend our class, you or the godparents may attend a class at another parish. At the end of their class the other parish will give you a form or letter stating that you attended the class there. When you have completed the class, you will bring us the form(s) or letter.

How do I get a Baptism scheduled?

First you will need to fill out the Baptism Request Form. If attending the Baptism class here at Saint Francis of Assisi, we fill out this form during the Baptism class. When the form is filled out, you will request the day that you desire to have your baby baptized. The sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on any Sunday of the month right after the 10 am Mass, or around 11:30am. Other dates and times may be accommodated; please see Fr. Karl Millis for more information.

If you take the Baptism preparation class elsewhere, you should fill out the Saint Francis of Assisi Baptism Request Form and turn in the paperwork from the parish where you took the Baptism preparation class, stating you completed the class (this should be a form or letter signed by a representative of that parish, stamped with their parish seal).

Godparents from “out – of – state” must fax a letter from their current parish stating they are practicing Catholics, (signed by the Pastor or Deacon of their home parish and parish seal stamped) at least one week prior to the baptism for our documentation.

Getting your date of Baptism confirmed

Once the date of the Baptism is confirmed with the celebrants, we will call or email you. Please, do not make airplane reservations, or party plans, until all the requirements are met, and we confirm your date. Thank you again for bringing your child to Jesus and to Saint Francis of Assisi for this the first sacrament and the gift of new life in Jesus! If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Fr. Karl Millis or the parish office.

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