Baptism

“Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitue 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 world.’” (CCC #1213) 

Infant Baptism

The St. Andrew Parish Community joins with you in rejoicing and thanking God for the gift of new life in your family. Baptism should normally take place within a few weeks after the birth of the child. One of the parents should either call or come into the Pastoral Center in order to make the necessary arrangements. Both parents and godparents must attend one pre-baptism class. Adults and children past the age of reason (7 years old) must undergo proper religious instruction prior to the reception of the Sacraments. In these cases, ordinarily, all 3 Sacraments of Initiation are then received at the same time.

Baptism classes are offered at St. Andrew School every Wednesday evening from 7:00 - 8:30pm, alternating between English and Spanish. Please call the Pastoral center for more information and to register for a Baptism class at (626) 792 - 4183

Adult Baptism

Baptism is the first Sacrament celebrated in the process of becoming a full member in the Catholic Church. The waters of Baptism symbolize life and death, washing and cleansing, and the mystery of new life out of death. Through Baptism we are reborn as daughters and sons of God. At the Baptism of a child (or any person), we celebrate and reflect on God's unconditional love. Baptism welcomes the child into our faith community.

For additional information on Adult Baptism at St. Andrew, please visit the Faith Formation section of our website.