There is nothing more precious in your life than your new child.  There is nothing more precious in God's eye than your child and the loving family that surrounds that child.  The fundamental way we link our children to our God is through baptism. The Christian life formally begins when your baby is claimed for God through water and the Holy Spirit, and is baptized in the name of the Trinity.
 
 St. Anthony's is happy to help arrange your child's baptism.  If this is your first baby being baptized here, the process begins with an interview with the parents.  For all baptisms, we ask you to complete a request form online, or call reception and supply the needed information.  If an interview is needed, a priest or deacon will get in touch.  Otherwise, you will receive an email notifying you that the date is set.  A class is required for first-time parents.  Use the links below to acces the request form, learn about sponsor requirements, and download sponsor forms.
 

2025 Schedule for Baptisms at St. Anthony’s

1. Sacrament of Baptism
The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated at 
 St. Anthony’s Church on Sundays at 2:00 pm

2025 Schedule of Baptisms
JANUARY THROUGH MARCH 
 FIRST and THIRD SUNDAYS of each month
               January 5 & 19 / February 2 & 16 / March 2 & 16
APRIL THROUGH NOVEMBER
Baptisms will be celebrated on almost every  Sunday during these 8 months.
Please check with the Parish Office for exceptions.
DECEMBER
December 7 & 21

2. Preparation for Baptism
Classes for Parents
St. Anthony’s offers instruction for Parents who are planning the Baptism of their child. 
Pre-Baptism Classes are held on 
 the First Wednesday of the Month
 Class begins at 7:00 pm*
Classes meet in St. Anthony’s Church 
 110 Anchor Avenue,
 Oceanside NY 11572 

Schedule of  Baptism Classes in 2025
January 8 / February 5 / March 12 / April 2 / May 7*  / June 4 / July 2
August no class
September 3 / October 1 /
 November 5 / December 3
*The May 7 class will begin at 7:30 pm

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