Baptism
Amen, amen, I say to you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit. (John 3:5)
Freed from Sin
Baptismal Symbols
- Water – The waters of baptism recall Jesus’ own baptism by John the Baptist in the river Jordan. Water is a symbol of cleansing and renewal as we begin a new life in Christ. We are washed clean of sin.
- Oil – At baptism we are anointed into the life of Christ as “priest, prophet and king.” A cross is traced on the candidate’s forehead as a reminder that we are inheritors of the Kingdom of God.
- Light – The baptismal candle is lit from the Paschal or Easter candle that stands in the church as a sign of Christ’s light in the world. At baptism, we receive the light of Christ and are called forth to share this light with the world.
- White garment – The white garment that is placed upon us at baptism is a symbol of Christ’s victory over death and his glorious resurrection. Likewise, the white garment or pall that is placed over the coffin at the time of death recalls our baptismal promises and reminds us that we are destined for eternal life.

Baptism Dates Scheduled at Holy Innocents 2024-2025
(Dates for St. Anthony, Carnation are scheduled through Fr. Johnson)
December 22
January 22, 2025
March 2, 2025
(NO Baptisms Durning Lent March 5th - April 20th)
May 11th, 2025 (Mother's Day)
Summer Baptisms have not been scheduled as of yet
The next Baptism Preparation Classes:
- Sunday November 17th.
- Sunday January 5th, 2025
- Sunday May 2nd, 2025
The classes are held down in the parish hall after the 10:30 am mass. 12noon-1:30pm
Baptism Preparation Steps at Holy Innocents and St. Anthony
- Baptism Preparation Classes are scheduled approximately every other month on Sundays after the 10:30 mass
- You must be registered at Holy Innocents or St. Anthony to have your child baptized here. If you are not a member here, you must get the pastor's permission and permission from the paster where you attend church. Online Registration Here
- The class is for parents of infants and children under the age of 7 years old.
- The class is from 12noon-1:30pm
- down in the parish hall
- It's good to bring Godparents, but it is not required.
- If you have had a class within 2 years, you are not required to repeat the preparation class.
- If you took a class at another church within the last two years, you do not have to take the class at Holy Innocents if you have a letter from the church where you took your class.
- The class is in English, however if you need a class in Spanish, we will work with you to ensure you to get a bilingual catechist to assist you.
- Please fill out the inquiry form to let us know you are interested.