If a child is six years old or younger, he/she is baptized at the wishes of the parents.  Parents need to participate in the Infant Baptism program.

 

If a child is seven years or older, he/she prepares for baptism as part of the Christian Initiation process adapted for children.  Seven years old is considered the age of reason, or the time where a child can determine the difference between right and wrong.   When a child comes to the Church at this age, he/she receives all three Sacraments of Initiation:  Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.  These Sacraments are traditionally celebrated at the Easter Vigil. 

 

If your child was baptized in another faith tradition, he/she will be welcomed into the Catholic Church by making a Profession of Faith.  He/She will then be Confirmed and receive Eucharist.  These Sacraments are traditionally celebrated at the Easter Vigil.  A child prepares for these Sacraments as part of the Christian Initiation process adapted for children.