"Our Lord tied the forgiveness of sins to faith and Baptism.... Baptism is the first and chief sacrament of forgiveness of sins because it unites us with Christ, who died for our sins and rose for our justification, so that "we too might walk in newness of life."
~(CCC 977)
Baptism is one of the seven sacraments, the "door" which gives access to all the others. It is the first and chief sacrament of forgiveness because it unites us with Christ, who died for our sins and rose for our justification. The first of the three "sacraments of initiation," baptism remits original sin and incorporates the believer into the Church, the Body of Christ.
Baptism Protocol
Do you have a baby in need of Baptism?
To have your child baptized at St. Dorothy’s Catholic Church, parents must complete the following steps:
1. Parish Permission
Families must be registered parishioners of St. Dorothy’s, or provide a letter of permission from their pastor.
2. Required Paperwork
Please complete and turn in:
- Baptism Registration Form
- Sponsor Suitability Form for each godparent
- Copy of the child’s birth certificate
3. Baptism Class
After all paperwork has been completed and turned in, parents and godparents must attend a Baptism class.
Baptism classes are normally held on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
4. Schedule the Baptism
Once the class has been attended, the Baptism may be scheduled through the parish office.
For questions or to receive the required forms, please contact the parish office.
For infant baptism, please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., (704) 735-5575, for information on preparation and to schedule the celebration. Adults who desire Baptism, please contact the office to schedule an appointment.
