We believe we must be reborn of water and the Spirit; Holy Baptism opens the door to receiving Holy Communion. All baptized persons are welcome to receive the sacrament of the Body and Blood of Christ at our altar.  Saint Bernard’s Church offers the sacrament of Holy Baptism to children of all ages and to adults who have not been previously baptized.

 

         The rite of Baptism takes place in services of Holy Eucharist in all seasons of the Church Year except Advent and Lent. The most desirable occasions for Baptism are at The Great Vigil of Easter, on Pentecost Sunday, on All Saints’ Sunday, and on The First Sunday after the Epiphany. The Sundays of late spring, summer and autumn (through November) are often most convenient for families and can be scheduled. 

 

          Parents of children to be baptized should plan to meet with the clergy for one or two preparation session(s) some weeks in advance of the service of Baptism and to arrive early on the Sunday of. Godparents and sponsors must be gathered, as well as arrangements made for the keeping of formal records.