Baptismal Preperation
As part of our commitment to all who are baptized here, the parish provides a Baptism Preparation class for new parents to attend prior to the baptism. The class is conducted by a member of our Baptism Preparation Team and prepares parents for the important role baptism plays in their child’s life. This is the beginning of a relationship between the parish and family that strives to support the continued faith formation of the child.
Parents are the First Teachers
Baptism is also referred to as the door to life and to the Kingdom of God, which Christ offered to all, that they might have eternal life. Baptism is therefore, above all, the sacrament of faith by which, enlightened by the grace of the Holy Spirit, we respond to the Gospel of Christ. Parents are the first teachers of their children in the ways of faith, and the parish community of Saint Bridget of Sweden stands ready to assist them in understanding that responsibility. In addition, we resolve to support them in ensuring that the faith formation of the baptized child will continue after baptism.
Information from the Church
“And Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these’”(Mk 10:14). With these words Jesus emphasized both His great desire to welcome all who approach Him – especially children – into a relationship of his love and also that His love draws all to the Kingdom of Heaven. Seeking to make these welcoming words of Jesus present in Cheshire today, Saint Bridget of Sweden Parish extends in the name of Jesus the same welcome to all who bring their children to be baptized here.
We are the Children of God
Baptism is the first of the three Christian Sacraments of Initiation. In Baptism, we are initiated into this relationship of Jesus’ love, and it is aptly characterized as a sacrament of WELCOME where Jesus Christ, through the ministry of His Church, receives us as His adopted brothers and sisters. Baptism incorporates us into Christ and forms us into God’s people. This first sacrament pardons all our sins, rescues us from the power of darkness, and brings us to the dignity of adopted children, a new creation through water and the Holy Spirit. Hence we are called, and are indeed, the children of God.
When are Baptisms?
Baptisms occur at 11:45AM and 12:30PM on Sundays in St. Bridget Church.
To schedule the Baptism of your child, please call the Parish Office at 203-272-3531.
Contact Us
Baptismal Preparation sessions occur once a month on Sundays. Parents should call the Parish Office at 203-272-3531 to register for a class.