The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist

Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism

Baptism

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” (Mt 28:19-20).

The fruit of Baptism, or baptismal grace, is a rich reality that includes forgiveness of original sin and all personal sins, birth into the new life by which the baptized becomes an adoptive child of the Father, a member of Christ, and a temple of the Holy Spirit. By this very fact, the person baptized is incorporated into the Church, the Body of Christ, and made a sharer in the priesthood of Christ. (CCC, 1278)

Baptism imprints on the soul an indelible spiritual sign which consecrates the baptized person for Christian worship. Because of the character, Baptism cannot be repeated. (CCC, 1279)

Since the earliest times, Baptism has been administered to children, for it is a grace and a gift of God that does not presuppose any human merit; children are baptized in the faith of the Church. Entry into Christian life gives access to true freedom. (CCC, 1282)

If you are interested in having your infant baptized or if you are interested in being baptized please contact Pat Wisialowski at 414/276-9814, ext. 3119 or by « email », for further information/details. If you are an adult or have at least attained the age of reason (normally age 7), you will be prepared for baptism through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA).

Are you Expecting A Baby?

Congratulations! The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist loves babies, and we welcome you and your new child. We want to help you to integrate your new baby and yourselves into our parish family. You will need to plan ahead if you wish to have your baby baptized. First, you must be a registered member here at the Cathedral. We have parish registration on the first Sunday of each month in the Atrium. Next, you will need to attend a class on Preparing for Baptism. These classes are offered every other month, on Sunday mornings. If you would like to find out when the next class is scheduled, register, or receive information on future classes or have questions, please call Pat Wisialowski, Pastoral Associate, 414/276.9814, patwisialowski@stjohncathedral.org Thank you, God bless you and your baby.

The next class is scheduled for Sunday, February 5 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) in the North Meeting Room. Registration is required.