1213 Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua), and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: “Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water and in the word. -Catechism of the Catholic Church 1213
Baptisms at St. Paul Parish in Kensington CT
Please click here to view our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page
After you have reviewed the FAQ page, please fill out the Baptism Request Form below to request a baptism at St. Paul Church.
Ordinarily, Baptisms are held on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month at 1:15pm. However, if the schedule allows, the Baptism could happen on another Sunday. Usually, no more than three children are baptized in one ceremony.
Baptism instruction is required for all first time parents and godparents on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6pm in the Parish Center. Pre-registration is required. For serious reasons, there is the possibility of participating in this instruction remotely.
For more Information
- Joshua Kay by email at j.kay@stpaulkensington.org.
If the child’s godparent(s) are members of St. Paul Parish or another Catholic Parish in the Archdiocese of Hartford (refer to the FAQ for the requirements to be a godparent), they will need to sign and submit the Godparent Affirmation Form.
If the child’s godparents(s) are members of a Catholic parish outside of the Archdiocese of Hartford, they will need to contact their parish for the appropriate form and submit that form to our office.
If you have any questions or need assistance filling out the form, please call the Parish Center 860-828-0331 and we will be happy to help you arrange for your child’s Baptism