Baptism 

In general, the act of baptism is important because Jesus instructed His disciples—and, by extension, all Christians—to use it as the means for bringing others into the fold. Matthew 28:18-20 says: “Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.’” In fact, John 3:22 suggests that Jesus first baptized the disciples before sending them out to baptize others: “After this, Jesus and his disciples went out into the Judean countryside, where he spent some time with them, and baptized.” This highlights the importance of Christian baptism from the very beginning of the history of this faith. Baptism also serves more specific religious and social purposes, all of which mark the beginning of a person’s new life as a follower of God.

First Communion

During the Sacrament of First Communion, young Catholics are welcomed to the altar of the Lord by receiving His body and blood (under the appearance of bread and wine) for the first time. First Communion is also a time for families to come together and celebrate their faith and their divine communion with God.

Confirmation

Confirmation consists of a prayer to the Holy Spirit, the laying on of hands while the prayer is said and the anointing of the candidate with oil of Chrism. The Church teaches that Confirmation confirms Baptism and is the second formal step in the process of becoming initiated into the Christian community.

Mission Statement: “Home is Holy.”

Vision of Parish Faith Formation

The Religious Education program supports each family’s role as primary in their child’s Faith Formation. Our program is based on a holistic approach of instruction, celebration, social activities, and outreach to the poor as the basis for the development of mature faith in the Catholic Tradition.

St. John the Baptist (Baldwin Park) Religious Education program is open and welcoming, serving the families of the Parish whose children attend Grades 1-8 at the public and private schools in the area.  Religious Education teaches the Christian way of life in age-appropriate settings.

St. John The Baptist has comprehensive programs which are open to students from Grade 1 through Grade 8. For First Communion preparation, please St. John the Baptist Registration forms are available through the office.  For help, contact the Religious Education Office.

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