1213 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 1213)

Baptism for infants 6 years old and younger

• Register at front office.
• At least one parent must attend baptism preparation classes (two) offered by the parish. Date and time of the classes will be determined after registration is received. Ideally, both parents should attend.  It is most ideal to receive baptism classes shortly before the baby is born.
• Parents desiring to baptize their children in the Catholic Church must realize the importance of themselves resolving to live out their faithfully as a Catholic Christian, especially teaching their children in the ways of Christ and his Church.
• Ideally, Godparent must also attend the baptism preparation classes at their own parish or here at KMCC. Godparents must:
  • Be faithful practicing Catholics.
  • Have received baptism, confirmation, and first Communion.

Baptism for children ages 7 to 17 or seniors in high school

• These children/youth must first attend regular religious education or youth ministry for one academic year beginning in August/September.
• These children will receive all three sacraments of initiation (baptism, confirmation, and first communion) at the next Easter vigil Mass.
• To register contact the Director of Religious Education for children between 7 years old and eighth grade, and the youth minister for youth who are in high school, or simply contact the parish office.

Baptism for 18 years old and older

• Adults candidates for baptism must attend our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) classes beginning in August and ending about one month after Easter Sunday. These are weekly classes that meets for about two hours.  During these classes, candidates will learn about the life of Jesus Christ, the teachings and ways of the Catholic Church, and about living a moral and virtuous life as a disciple of Christ.  In addition, adults candidates for baptism (full initiation) are expected to attend our Sunday Mass each week.  The RCIA is a beautiful, enriching, and transformative journey.
• Adult candidates for baptism will also receive the sacraments of confirmation and Eucharist at the next Easter Vigil Mass.
• Classes are offered separately in English and Korean.
• To register contact the RCIA Coordinator or the parish office.

▷ English RCIA Coordinator

Ana Chung