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Infant Baptism


The Archbishop has issued guidelines and ecclesial norms regarding the preparation for and celebration of Infant Baptism.



Every parish  must follow these guidelines. Our office offers assistance as needed to explain the guidelines.


Each parish should have a baptismal team consisting of clergy and laity who prepare the family for their child's Baptism. The Archdiocesan guidelines tell how to train an Infant Baptism Team, set up a parish program, design parent meetings, prepare for the baptism liturgy, and follow up with the family after the baptism of their child.
Baptism Team Training Schedule & Registration


Order Printed Copy of the Guidelines
 Download an Electronic Version of the Guidelines
These guidelines have been promulgated by the (Arch)bishop of this (Arch)diocese and represent the local norms for sacramental preparation. It is the responsibility of pastors and catechetical leaders to implement these guidelines in their respective parishes. Consequently, these files are password protected. If you are a pastor or parish catechetical leader, contact the CCE office at 713-741-8730 or email kbroniko@archgh.org or vshutte@archgh.org for the password.
Download Electronic Baptism Guidelines


Contact Information - Infant Baptism
For more information please contact:

Michael Way
mway@archgh.org
713.741.8730