Baptisms in the Catholic Church can be administered during the parish Mass or at an arranged time set up with Father Pat. In most cases, the parish priest or deacon administers the sacrament, anointing the person being baptized with oils, and pouring blessed water over the child or adult’s head not just once but three times. It is a true Sacrament instituted by Christ and is necessary for salvation. Baptism effects the remission of original sin and actual sins and of all punishment due to sin; it confers sanctifying grace, membership in Christ and in the Catholic Church and the obligation to obey the Church's laws, and give indelible character, that is, it cannot be removed.

Please contact Father Pat at (518) 813-5090
to make arrangements during this Pandemic time.