Baptism

"Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father ,and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."

-Matthew 28:1

Baptism is birth into the new life in Christ. In accordance with the Lord's will, it is necessary for salvation, as is the Church herself, which we enter by Baptism. [Catcechism of the Catholic Church; 1276]

Infants are baptized on the faith of their parents and the Church community. This mandates that the Faith must be taught to the children as they grow. The parents are the primary educators of the faith of their child. It is through their daily actions and their relationship with God that teaches the child about God. The movement of the Holy Spirit into the newly baptized is a regeneration or a spiritual "rebirth" (Jn 3:1-6) as they become a child of God and a member of the Body of Christ. This also makes the child an heir to the Kingdom of Heaven with a mark upon the soul tha can never be erased.

Baptism Requirements at St. Michael's

MEET WITH A PRIEST (OR DEACON)
Email: parishoffice@stmichaelsgf.com to set up an appointment OR call the Parish Office (701) 772-2624.
Type"BAPTISM REQUEST" in the subject line and send your Name, child's name, and phone number in the email.
Your information will be forwarded to a priest (or deacon). The priest will call and set up an appointment with you and schedule the baptism.
(If you are not registered in the parish, a priest or deacon will register you).
REQUIRED FORMS (FILL OUT AND EMAIL THESE FORMS TO: parishoffice@stmichaelsgf.com
Bapti s m Form

Godparent/Sponsor Form
EMAIL A PICTURE OF CHILD'S STATE-ISSUED BIRTH CERTIFICATE (parishoffice@stmichaelsgf.com)
Simply take a picture and email to the above address. Note: If you email separately, please include date of child's baptism or the name of the priest you have your appointment with. The baptism can still take place if you haven't received the birth certificate. You will have to send after the baptism.