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 a Baptism Ceremony
Baptism ceremonies for a child under the age of 7 years old are celebrated:
Please contact the office for the donation amount.
Application and available dates:
Request by email to secretary@saintfrancisonthebeach.com
Canon Law regarding Baptism:
A least one of the two godparents must have received the Sacrament of Confirmation and be able to provide their Certificate of Confirmation. If married, be in a valid Catholic marriage. The minimum age for a godparent is 16 years old.
There can be no exception to the Canon Laws of the Catholic Church
To Reserve a date for the Baptism ceremony:
Baptism ceremony dates are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
Following are the Four Requirements to hold your requested date and officially book a Baptism ceremony.
1.The Baptism Application form: fully-completed and signed by both parents
2. A copy of the child’s Birth Certificate
3. A copy of at least one of the godparent’s Confirmation Certificate
4. The donation fee to be paid in the form of a personal check or money order made payable to St. Francis De Sales Church. Credit cards and cash payments are only accepted in the church office.
Additional information:
We will provide the Baptism Candle and Certificate of Baptism.
The child should be dressed in white.
There is no limit to the number of attendees at the ceremony.
Please arrive at the church a minimum of 15 minutes prior to your appointed time. Allow for heavy traffic on the 395 and Julia Tuttle Causeways.
Parking is available in our lot behind the church. Enter from 6th Street (view map).
Please contact us at: secretary@saintfrancisonthebeach.com to request full information and dates available for Baptisms.
- Weekdays at 11:00 AM
- Saturdays at 10:00 AM, 10:45 AM, or 11:30 AM
- No Sundays
Please contact the office for the donation amount.
Application and available dates:
Request by email to secretary@saintfrancisonthebeach.com
Canon Law regarding Baptism:
A least one of the two godparents must have received the Sacrament of Confirmation and be able to provide their Certificate of Confirmation. If married, be in a valid Catholic marriage. The minimum age for a godparent is 16 years old.
There can be no exception to the Canon Laws of the Catholic Church
To Reserve a date for the Baptism ceremony:
Baptism ceremony dates are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
Following are the Four Requirements to hold your requested date and officially book a Baptism ceremony.
1.The Baptism Application form: fully-completed and signed by both parents
2. A copy of the child’s Birth Certificate
3. A copy of at least one of the godparent’s Confirmation Certificate
4. The donation fee to be paid in the form of a personal check or money order made payable to St. Francis De Sales Church. Credit cards and cash payments are only accepted in the church office.
Additional information:
We will provide the Baptism Candle and Certificate of Baptism.
The child should be dressed in white.
There is no limit to the number of attendees at the ceremony.
Please arrive at the church a minimum of 15 minutes prior to your appointed time. Allow for heavy traffic on the 395 and Julia Tuttle Causeways.
Parking is available in our lot behind the church. Enter from 6th Street (view map).
Please contact us at: secretary@saintfrancisonthebeach.com to request full information and dates available for Baptisms.
Location & Contact Information
Church Address600 Lenox Avenue
Miami Beach FL 33139 Parking is available in our lot behind the church. Enter from 6th Street. (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. (view map) |
Office HoursMonday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
We close for lunch: 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Contact InformationPlease call or email the church office with your questions.
Kiangsy Rodriguez, Secretary |