"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 in the word.'"
Catechism of the Catholic Church, para. 1213
We are truly blessed to journey with you in the process of preparing for your child to receive the sacrament of baptism. For information on how to begin the process, please see the drop down menu below!
Please do not hesitate to contact Baptism Coordinator to ask any questions, schedule a time to meet with our clergy, and register for the Baptism Preparation Classes.
Congratulations on making the important decision to have your child baptized!
Baptisms are celebrated weekly during Sunday Mass or the Saturday Vigil and outside of Mass on the last Sunday of the month. If you are planning to have your child baptized, you can start the process now.
All requirements must be complete at least 1 month prior to the date of Baptism
Baptism Preparation Class in English is held online (Zoom) on the first Sunday of most months at 10:15 am and lasts approximately one hour.
Please complete the Baptism Registration Form and call (727) 531-7721 if you are interested in having your child baptized or to pre-register for a Baptism Preparation Class.
Baptism Coordinator
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
1955 South Belcher Road
Clearwater, FL 33764
Digital forms and documentation can be submitted via email to [email protected].
Before submission, please convert all documents into PDF or WORD format.
The Baptism Registration Form can be dowloaded in PDF format from our website (please see Downloadable Forms)