FAQs on the Order of Baptism for Children

Selections from the Code of Canon Law – Childrens Baptism

Miscellaneous Resources

• OBC History Timeline (FDLC 2019)
• The Role of the Deacon at Baptisms during Mass (USCCB, May 2019)
• Best Practices for Welcoming and Evangelizing Children’s Baptism Ministry
• Ars Celebrandi (Fr. Paul Turner, Nov 19/20)
• Music in the Order of Baptism of Children (Brian Bisig, Nov 19/20)
• Sample Music for the Order of Baptism of Children
• Sample Worship Aid for Baptism Outside of Mass
• How to Make Baptism More Welcoming and Evangelizing (Ellen Garmann & Leisa Anslinger)

Post-Baptism Followup Communication with Parents

• Parent letter: The First Year
• Parent letter: The Second Year
• Parent letter: The Third Year
• Parent letter: The Preschool Years
• Baptism Anniversary Card