Baptism, the door to life and to the kingdom of God, is the first sacrament of the New Law, which Christ offered to all, that they might have eternal life. He later entrusted this sacrament and the Gospel to his Church, when he told his apostles: 'Go, make disciples of all nations, and baptize them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.'" General Introduction, the Rite of Baptism for Children

In baptism a person is set free from the powers of sin, darkness, and death and is given new life in Christ. This is the sacrament that opens the door to the life of Heaven for believers and is necessary for salvation. 

Do you have a child who has not yet been baptized, or are you expecting a new baby? Whether your child is a newborn, a toddler, or older, we would like to help your family prepare for the Sacrament of Baptism and welcome your child into the family of God. Pastorate Baptism Sessions for our pastorate are held on the Fourth Monday of each month at 6:00PM at St. Matthew Church, located 2310 First Ave NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402. To register or for more information, call any of our parish offices.

BAUTIZOS:  Platicas Pre-Bautismales son requeridas para los padres (solo para el primer hijo). Los bautismos para niños se realizan cada segundo domingo del mes las 2:30pm. Coordinar tu cita para las pláticas con la oficina de la parroquia 319-362-7181 o oficina del ministerio hispano 319-640-7904.