Baptism
Baptism is the foundational Sacrament and the prerequisite for all other sacraments. It unites us with Jesus Christ, incorporates us into his redemptive death on the Cross, thereby freeing us from the power of Original Sin and all personal sins, and causes us to rise with him to a life without end. Since Baptism is a covenant with God, the individual must say Yes to it. In the baptism of children, the parents confess the Faith on behalf of the children (YOUCAT 194).
Thank you for considering St. Peter’s to be a part of your family’s faith journey! Since there is a range of ages for which someone can receive the Sacrament of Baptism, the requirements change depending on the age. If you have any questions regarding Baptism, please email baptism@st-peters.ca or call 403.286.5110.
Infant Baptism
Infant Baptism is for children six years old and under. The Diocese of Calgary recommends that parents participate in Baptism Preparation every three to four years. There is no fee for Baptism.
Baptism Preparation consists of two parts. Parents are to complete the online Belonging Course at home before they attend one in-person Baptism Registration session.
Baptism 2025 Schedule
Baptism Preparation
– Saturdays from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
July and August – No Baptism Preparation
September 13
October 18
November 15
December 6
If you have any questions, please email: baptism@st-peters.ca
Adult Baptism and the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
If you are an adult eighteen years and older and want to learn more about the Catholic Faith and the process of becoming Catholic, please go to our RCIA page on are website under the menu: Interested in Becoming Catholic? This journey and process is for Adults from other Christian Traditions or no faith background seeking the Sacraments of Initiation and welcome into the Catholic Faith (Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation), as well as Baptized Catholics who have not received Eucharist or Confirmation.
