Baptism
Infant Baptism
Parents expecting their first child are required to take a Baptism Preparation Class prior to having their child baptized. Call our Religious Education Office for details. 814-734-3113 x208
Baptisms are scheduled through the Parish Office.
- Saturdays during 4:30pm Mass
- Sundays during 10:30am Mass
- Sundays at noon
- or by special appointment
Usually baptisms do not take place during the Lenten Season.
Child/Youth Baptism
Parents who wish to have their school-aged child baptized should first call the Religious Education Office to enroll their child in Religious Education classes. Along with attending the regular grade-level classes with their peers, special instruction in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Children (RCIC) will be provided. Child/Youth baptisms normally take place during the Easter Vigil celebration.
Adult Baptism
Adults and youth aged 16 and older who are seeking baptism will be enrolled in Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) classes after an interview with our parish priest. Adult Baptisms normally take place during the Easter Vigil celebration. Call the Religious Education Office for details 814-734-3113 x 208