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document.write("Baptism is the child’s re-birthing into the family of God.\nIt is the sacrament which sets the child’s feet on the path of light which\nleads to the fullness of life in Jesus. Baptism is an invitation from God to be\nthe light of Jesus in the world today. Firstly,\nwe want to congratulate you on the birth of your child. We also want to welcome\nthis new born child into our Parish Community. <\/span>Parents\nare the first teachers of their child in the way of way. The Baptism\npreparation is an effort to help them in that role. <\/span>Your\nchild\'s Baptism will be a special moment for you and your family. It will also\nbe a special moment for our parish as we welcome your child into the Christian\nCommunity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n The Parish Baptismal Programme<\/span> begins during pregnancy when the expectant\nparents are invited for a blessing for themselves and their unborn baby. After\nthis blessing the parents will receive a prayer that they can say during the\npregnancy. When the baby is born, the parents will attend an Evening of\nCelebration before arranging the Baptism Ceremony. The\nBaptismal Service 1. The\nBaptism celebration begins with the welcome of the child into the church. The\nSign of the Cross is traced on the child\'s forehead to show that he\/she belongs\nto Christ. 2. We\nlisten to the Word of God 3. We\npray for the child and his\/her family. 4. The\nchild is anointed with the Oil of Cathechumens to give strength. 5. The\nwater of Baptism is blessed. Water is for cleansing. Water is also necessary\nfor life. 6. We\nrenew our Baptismal promises. 7. The\nchild is blessed. 8. The\nchild is anointed with the Oil of Chrism to give strength to live as a friend\nof Jesus, and bring others to Jesus. 9. The\nWhite Garment is a sign of Christian dignity. 10. The\nCandle symbolises Christ as the light of the world. 11. The\nchild\'s mouth and ears are blessed. 12. We\nconclude our celebration of Baptism by looking forward to the next Sacrament\nthe child will celebrate - First Communion and Confirmation. 13. We\npray the Our Father - the prayer that unites all Christians. 14. The\nFinal Blessing of the newly Baptised child, the child\'s parents and the whole\ncommunity who have gathered to celebrate the Baptism, is given. 15. The\nDismissal - we are all sent out to bring God\'s peace to our world. <\/span><\/p>\n\n Things\nto Note The\nBaptismal Candle is presented by the parish. The candle may be used later in\npreparation services for First Communion and Confirmation. • Parents\nare to bring a separate White Garment. • The\nname that you give your child is important. • Sponsors\nshould have reached the age of 16 years. • The\nextended family members are all welcome to participate in the Baptism ceremony. • A\nBlessing Sunday is arranged each year. This is for babies baptised during the\nprevious 12 months, and we hope that you will be able to attend. <\/span><\/p>\n\n A\nParent\'s Blessing When\nyou were born Our\nhearts were so full of happiness That\nthere was no room in us for words. - When\nyou were growing Our\nhearts were so full of care for you That\nwe spoke soothingly And\nsometimes sharply. Fearful\nfor your safety, But\nalways in the deepest places of our hearts We\nspoke lovingly. - Today, As\nwe watch you Moving\nforward with your friends We\nmarvel at all you have done And\nbecome Our\nspirits sing praise to God For\nthe gift that is you. And,\nthough our hearts Have\nstretched to love others, Yet,\nthere is still a place within us That\nis yours and only yours, Always. - For\nthe light you have shone on us, For\nthe life you have called us to, For\nthe special gift of God You\nare now, and will ever be, Thank\nYou
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