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Sacraments - Baptism<\/h2>\n\n

The Sacrament of Baptism<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Firstly, we want to\ncongratulate you on the birth of your child. We also want to welcome this new\nborn child into our Parish Community.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Parents are the first\nteachers of their child in the way of way. The Baptism preparation is an effort\nto help them in that role.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Your child\'s Baptism\nwill be a special moment for you and your family. It will also be a special\nmoment for our parish as we welcome your child into the Christian Community.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n


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The Parish Baptismal\nProgramme ...<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>


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Things to Note...<\/span><\/p>\n\n

The Baptismal Candle<\/span> is\npresented by the parish. The candle may be used later in preparation services\nfor First Communion and Confirmation.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Parents are to bring a\nseparate White Garment.<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

The name <\/span>that you give\nyour child is important.<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Sponsors should have\nreached the age of 16 years.<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

The extended family\nmembers are all welcome to participate in the Baptism ceremony.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n


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A Parent\'s Blessing<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n

When you were born<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Our hearts were so full\nof happiness<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

That there was no room\nin us for words.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

When you were growing<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Our hearts were so full\nof care for you<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

That we spoke soothingly<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

And sometimes sharply.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Fearful for your safety,<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

But always in the\ndeepest places of our hearts<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

We spoke lovingly.

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Today,<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

As we watch you<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Moving forward with your\nfriends<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

We marvel at all you\nhave done<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

And become<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Our spirits sing praise\nto God<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

For the gift that is\nyou.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

And, though our hearts<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Have stretched to love\nothers,<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Yet, there is still a\nplace within us<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

That is yours and only\nyours,<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Always.

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For the light you have\nshone on us,<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

For the life you have\ncalled us to,<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

For the special gift of\nGod<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

You are now, and will\never be,<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n\n

Thank You<\/span><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>


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