Prayer for Baptism

We have been called by the Lord to be a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people he has acquired for himself. Let us ask him to show his mercy to these children, who are to receive the graces of Baptism, to their parents and godparents, and to all the baptized everywhere.

“Through Baptism may these children become God’s own beloved sons and daughters.”
-Rite of Baptism for Children, 47 

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 (and daughters) of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission…” -Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 1213)

Please watch Fr. Mike Schmitz’s video reflection on Baptism

“For the grace of Baptism to unfold, the parents’ help is important. So too is the role of the godparent, who must be firm believers, able and ready to help the newly baptized on the road of Christian life.”
-CCC 1255

Contact Us:
For more information on the Baptism of Infants or Children under 7 years old, please get in touch with us by either emailing  Baptism@mothersetonparish.org or calling 301.444.3496 in our Faith Formation Office (English or Spanish)