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Baptism

- "Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae 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 word."" CCC 1213
  
  Baptism of Adults
  Since the beginning of the Church, adult Baptism is the common practice where the proclamation of the Gospel is still new. the catechumenate (preparation for Baptism) therefore occupies an important place. This initiation into Christian faith and life should dispose the catechumen to receive the gift of God in Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. CCC 1247
  If you are seeking Baptism as an adult, please inquire about our RCIA program by calling the office.
  Baptism of Infants
  "The practice of infant Baptism is an immemorial tradition of the Church. There is explicit testimony to this practice from the second century on, and it is quite possible that, from the beginning of the apostolic preaching, when whole "households" received baptism, infants may also have been baptized." CCC 1252
  
  If you are seeking Baptism for your infant child, please fill out the form below and our office will contact you.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I Need to Be A Parishioner?
  Yes. To sign up for Baptismal Classes and to have yourself or your child baptized, you must be a registered member of our parish.
- How do I Get My Child Baptized?
  We ask that you be a registered member of our parish, and need to be committed to raising your child in the Catholic Faith. You will need to choose two godparents, one -if not both- must be Catholic in good standing. If this is your first child to be baptized, you are required to attend the mandatory preparation class held on the 2nd Wednesday of the Month. Contact our office to sign up.
- Do the Godparents Raise the Child if Something Happens to Us?
  No. Unless you legally name the godparents as your child's legal guardians in case of tragedy, their only role is to assist in instilling the Catholic Faith in your child.
Baptism Registration Form
- The maximum number of form submissions has been reached. This form is currently not available.
  
  Baptism Preparation Class for first-time parents is scheduled the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7pm in the Church.
  
  Baptisms are scheduled the 2nd and 3rd Sunday of each month after the 12pm Mass.
  
  Is this your first child? REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Full legal name of child REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Address of Residence REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Telephone Number REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Birth REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Place of birth REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Father's full legal Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Religion of Father REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Mother's First and Maiden name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Religion of Mother REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Were parents married by a Catholic Priest? REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Godfather REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Is Godfather a Catholic? REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Godmother REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Is Godmother a Catholic? REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Please note that at least one of the two Godparents must be a Catholic in good standing. The Catholic Godparent(s) must provide a letter from their parish stating they are in good standing, if they are not parishioners of St. Mary's Ballston Spa.
  
  Is either Godparent represented by Proxy? REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Name of proxy REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Was the child privately baptized? REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Was the child adopted? REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
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- Reborn is a free supplemental course available on FORMED

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church

Ballston Spa, NY

Founded 1867

Baptism

Frequently Asked Questions

Baptism Registration Form

Reborn is a free supplemental course available on FORMED

St. Mary's Church of Ballston Spa 167 Milton Ave Ballston Spa, NY 12020 St. Mary's Parish Center 185 Milton Ave Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Office Hours M-F 8:30-3:00 P. 518-885-7411 F. 518-885-6863 E. smballst@rcda.org		St. Mary's Church of Galway 2113 East St. Galway, NY 12074 (Not a mailing address. Please send mail to Parish Center) Mass Time: Sunday 9:30 AM
	Parishes of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany