Amen, amen, I say to you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit. (John 3:5)

Congratulations on the birth of your child!  Please call the parish office in order to schedule the date and sign up for the baptism preparation meeting. 781-335-2038 

Baptisms at Immaculate Conception Parish generally take place on the first Sunday of each month following the 12noon Mass.
Baptisms at Saint Jerome Parish generally take place on the third Sunday of each month following the 10:30am Mass.

Parents need to choose sponsors (godparents). One godparent must be a Confirmed and practicing Catholic.
 

• Water – The waters of baptism recall Jesus’ own baptism by John the Baptist in the river Jordan. Water is a symbol of cleansing and renewal as we begin a new life in Christ. We are washed clean of sin.
• Oil – At baptism we are anointed into the life of Christ as “priest, prophet and king.” A cross is traced on the candidate’s forehead as a reminder that we are inheritors of the Kingdom of God.
• Light – The baptismal candle is lit from the Paschal or Easter candle that stands in the church as a sign of Christ’s light in the world. At baptism, we receive the light of Christ and are called forth to share this light with the world.
• White garment – The white garment that is placed upon us at baptism is a symbol of Christ’s victory over death and his glorious resurrection. Likewise, the white garment or pall that is placed over the coffin at the time of death recalls our baptismal promises and reminds us that we are destined for eternal life.