Baptism
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 and in the word."
Information for Baptisms at Saint Francis De Sales Church
Fr. Gabriel Vigues, Pastor
The following information applies to children between the ages of 0 to 6 years.
In order to book the Baptism ceremony the following three things are required:
- The completed and signed application. NOTE: applications cannot be sent by email.
- A copy of the child’s state-issued Birth Certificate
- The required donation for the ceremony
At least one of the parents must have been baptized in the Roman Catholic Church. The godparent/sponsor must have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Communion, and Confirmation. If married, they must have received the Sacrament of Marriage in a Roman Catholic Church.
IMPORTANT: At least one of the godparents must be in compliance with the aforementioned requirements.
Parents and godparents are required to attend the Pre-Baptism Preparation Class. The class is offered every-other month on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Please arrive no later than 6:45 p.m. for registration.
Note: If the Pre-Baptism Class is taken in another Roman Catholic Church; please mail, email, or fax the Certificate or Letter of Attendance to the church office. On-line baptism class is not accepted.
*Parking is available in our lot behind the church. Enter from 6th Street and Lennox Avenue (view map).
Please contact us at: secretary@saintfrancisonthebeach.com to request full information and dates available for Baptisms.
IMPORTANT: At least one of the godparents must be in compliance with the aforementioned requirements.
Parents and godparents are required to attend the Pre-Baptism Preparation Class. The class is offered every-other month on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Please arrive no later than 6:45 p.m. for registration.
Note: If the Pre-Baptism Class is taken in another Roman Catholic Church; please mail, email, or fax the Certificate or Letter of Attendance to the church office. On-line baptism class is not accepted.
*Parking is available in our lot behind the church. Enter from 6th Street and Lennox Avenue (view map).
Please contact us at: secretary@saintfrancisonthebeach.com to request full information and dates available for Baptisms.
Pre-Baptism Preparation Class
Class Dates
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December 3rd, 2018
February 4th, 2019 April 1st, 2019 June 3rd, 2019 |
August 5th, 2019
October 7th, 2019 December 2nd, 2019 |
Group Baptism CeremoniesScheduled on the following Saturdays:
10:00 a.m. in English
11:00 a.m. in Spanish. The Group Ceremony donation is $75.00
Please contact the parish office for donation information.
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Private Baptism CeremonyPrivate Baptism Ceremonies can be celebrated Monday thru Saturday but not on Sundays. Contact the office to check for available time and dates.
Please contact the parish office for donation information. |
Location & Contact Information
Church Address600 Lenox Avenue
Miami Beach FL 33139 *Parking is available in our lot behind the church. Enter from 6th Street and Lenox Avenue. (view map) Church Office and Parish Hall
Location and mailing address
621 Alton Road Miami Beach FL 33139 *Parking is available in our lot behind the church. Enter from 6th Street and Lenox Avenue. (view map) |
Office HoursMonday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
We closed for lunch: 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Contact InformationPlease call or email the church office with your questions.
Kiangsy Rodriguez, Secretary |
DONATIONS: We accept cash, credit card in the office, or check made payable to Saint Francis De Sales Church.
Additional information
- Please dress the child in white for the ceremony.
- The church will provide the Baptismal candle.
- The ceremony is 25 to 30 minutes in length.
- The Baptismal Certificate will be provided immediately after the ceremony. Please keep this very important document in a safe place. It will be required to register your child for all future sacraments.
- Due to heavy east-bound traffic on the I-395 & I-195 Causeways, allow 30 minutes to one-hour’s travel time if coming from mainland Miami to the Beach.
Please contact us at: secretary@saintfrancisonthebeach.com to request full information and dates available for Baptisms.