Baptism

“Then Jesus approached [the disciples] and said to them, ‘All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit’” (Matthew 28:18-19).

St. Angela Merici Catholic Church joyfully welcomes your family for the preparation and celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism. By baptizing your child, you are initiating him or her into the Body of Christ.

You are also accepting the responsibility of training your child in the lifelong practice of the Catholic faith. The Godparents you select are to be prepared to help you in your duty as Christian parents and to be trustworthy witnesses and examples in the faith for your child.

Before completing the registration form, be sure to carefully read the guidelines for the sacrament of Baptism for children under 7.

For more information about infant baptism, please visit the Archdiocese of New Orleans document on Particular Law on Infant Baptisms

For questions, contact Suzy Hyde at the parish office: (504) 835-0324 ext. 304 or email [email protected] .

Baptism REquired Forms/Documents:

• Parental Testimonial
• Godparent Testimonial
• Baptism Registration Form
• Copy of Birth Certificate