Sacrament of Baptism


The first sacrament that Christians receive is Baptism, a welcoming into the family of Christ. Baptism is the first of the sacraments of initiation and introduces a person into the community. 

This Sacrament involves the pouring of water to symbolize both the washing away of sin and also the living water which Christ promises to deliver to those who follow him. The baptized receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit

Parents wishing to have their child or children baptized at St. Luke Church are required to attend a baptismal preparation session prior to Baptism. For more information or to register for a session, please contact Deacon Frank Hann at least 2 months in advance (860) 462-8032.

Baptism

This Sacrament involves the pouring of water to symbolize both the washing away of sin and the “living water” which Christ promises to those who follow Him. Through Baptism, the newly baptized receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Preparation for Children

Parents wishing to have their child or children baptized at St. Luke Church are required to attend a baptismal preparation session prior to Baptism. For more information or to register, please contact Deacon Frank Hann at least two months in advance:

(860) 462‑8032

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process through which a person who is not baptized—or who was baptized in another faith denomination—is fully initiated into the Catholic Church. The OCIA journey includes:

  • Adult converts
  • Catholics who have not yet received First Communion or Confirmation

Participants journey together through a series of four steps of instruction and formation, culminating at the Easter Vigil with the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation:

  • Baptism
  • Confirmation
  • Eucharist

Throughout this process, our parish community supports each candidate with prayer, witness, worship, service, and catechesis.

For more information or to begin your OCIA journey, please contact Deacon Frank Hann: (860) 462‑8032