Sacraments | Baptism

What is Baptism?

Through Baptism we become sons and daughters of God and are brought into that most mysterious communion with Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It marks our soul for life and eternity.

‘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 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.’’ Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1213

How can I have my child baptised at St Patrick’s?

Baptism is a Sacrament of faith, and the Church asks for a serious and loving commitment by the parents and godparents of a child to live the life of the Sacraments. Catholics who belong to the parish need to approach the parish priest. Those from other parishes need the permission of their parish priest before arranging Baptism at St Patrick’s. If you are from this parish, please speak to the priest after Mass or contact the parish office.

Baptisms at St Patrick’s are celebrated by appointment with the parish priest for a day that is convenient. Generally, only one child is baptised at each ceremony. Although there is no charge for Baptism, it is customary to make a donation to the church.

Requesting a baptismal certificate

Should you wish to request a baptismal certificate, please contact our parish office.

More Sacraments

First Holy Communion

The Sacrament of First Holy Communion is the Eucharist, which we receive at Holy Mass and which we believe is the real physical and spiritual presence of Jesus Christ. As Catholics, we take Jesus at His word when He says ‘This is my body, which is given for you’ (Luke 22:19).

Confirmation

In the Sacrament of Confirmation, we receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, knowledge, right judgment, understanding, courage, piety, and fear of the Lord. In this way, the sacrament of Confirmation completes the Sacrament of Baptism.

Confession

Confession is the Sacrament in which we receive forgiveness from Christ. We repent and confess our sins, and are absolved of sin through the ministry of a priest, who acts in the person of Christ.

Marriage

The Sacrament of Matrimony is a vow of love made before and through God and the Church and therefore we need to approach it with reverence and awe. God has fashioned this Sacrament to show forth His love and to bring life into the world.

Holy Orders

It is through the Sacrament of Holy Orders that men are ordained to be priests for the service of the Church. To become a priest requires a strong sense that this is your calling in life and then preparation through years in training for the priesthood in seminary.

Anointing of the Sick

The Sacrament of the Sick is administered normally in situations of the immediate prospect of surgery, for those who are significant of age, or those in danger of death.

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