Baptism
Through Baptism we are made members of the Church, belonging to the one Body of Christ, adopted children of God. In Baptism the gates of heaven are opened as well as all other Sacraments of the Church.
If you would like to have your child baptized, please call Fr. Nick March at 563-569-8259 during office hours (Tues-Fri 8am-5pm) or by email at dbq166@arch.pvt.k12.ia.us. We also ask parents who are baptizing a child for the first time to meet with Fr. Nick in preparation for the Baptism.
Resources:
Choosing Godparents Guide
Catechism of the Catholic Church on Baptism
If you would like to have your child baptized, please call Fr. Nick March at 563-569-8259 during office hours (Tues-Fri 8am-5pm) or by email at dbq166@arch.pvt.k12.ia.us. We also ask parents who are baptizing a child for the first time to meet with Fr. Nick in preparation for the Baptism.
Resources:
Choosing Godparents Guide
Catechism of the Catholic Church on Baptism
Adults who wish to be baptized in the Catholic Church do so through a process called the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Through reading of the Scriptures, participation in the community, and works of service, catechumens grow in their faith in Jesus Christ and discern their call to become Catholic Christians. The process is tailored to each person's own faith journey, but usually culminates in baptism, Eucharist and confirmation on Easter Vigil. Contact Fr. Nick to learn more.
