About the Sacrament of Baptism

"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)

Baptism Preparation for Infants (and children under the age of 7)

Parents who wish to present their child for the Sacrament of Baptism should contact the office at (440) 548-3812 or office@ssedwardlucy.com

After contacting the office and scheduling a date for Baptism, please fill out this information form so we have all the necessary information to post your child's Baptism in our baptismal books. 

Baptism Preparation for Children  (over the age of 7)

Children who are 7 and over who wish to receive the Sacrament of Baptism must complete religious education classes in order to help them understand and prepare to receive this Sacrament. Parents who wish to enroll their child in classes to prepare for the Sacrament of Baptism should contact Cassie Brumbaugh at (440) 548-3812 or DRE@ssedwardlucy.com

Baptism Preparation for Adults 

Adults who wish to receive the Sacrament of Baptism will complete a year long period of preparation. This preparation will be completed through the RCIA program at the parish. RCIA stands for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. At the end of the year long period of preparation, adults will receive all three Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist) at the Easter Vigil Mass. Contact the office to enroll in the RCIA program at (440) 548-3812 or office@ssedwardlucy.com