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It All Begins With Water - Baptism

The Sacrament of Baptism is available to anyone desiring the Sacrament. It marks the beginning of our Christian journey as one of God’s beloved sons or daughters.

As the priest pours water three times over the head of the person to be baptised, he prays:

“I baptise you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.”

Strengthened with the Oil of Catechumens and anointed with Sacred Chrism, the newly baptised begin a new life in Christ. They receive the Light of Christ, their ears are opened to hear God’s Word, and their mouths to proclaim His love. From the moment of Baptism, they have “put on Christ” and can rightly be called Christian.

Children aged 0-6 years

Children aged 0-6 years

For infants and young children, it is usual that Baptism takes place in the Church community where their parents worship. Baptism welcomes a person into the life of the Church; therefore, parents and families are encouraged to participate actively in the life of their parish community.

Before making a Baptism booking, a parent or caregiver must first attend a Baptism Information Session.

Baptisms are celebrated at St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Wollongong, by appointment only.

Parent/Caregiver details

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Prior to making a baptism booking the parent or caregiver must attend a information session first for each child's baptism. These sessions are held at St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Wollongong located at 36 Harbour St.

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If your child is 7 years of age or older, their preparation for Baptism is different from that of an infant or younger child. You will need to speak with our RCIA/RCIC Coordinator, who will guide you through the appropriate preparation and sacramental journey for your child.

Please click here to complete the enquiry form, and our Coordinator will contact you to discuss the next steps.

Children aged 7 years and over

Children aged 7 years and over

If your child is 7 years of age or older, their preparation for Baptism is different from that of an infant or younger child. You will need to speak with our RCIA/RCIC Coordinator, who will guide you through the appropriate preparation and sacramental journey for your child.

Please complete the enquiry form below, and our Coordinator will contact you to discuss the next steps.

Admission into the Catholic Church should refer to the R.C.I.A. Programme which is conducted every year in our Church.

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Requesting a Copy of Your Baptismal Record

Requesting a Copy of Your Baptismal Record

If you require a copy of your Baptismal Certificate or Baptismal Record from Lumen Christi Catholic Parish, Wollongong, you can submit a request to our Parish Office.

Lumen Christi Catholic Parish holds sacramental records for baptisms celebrated at:

  • St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Wollongong

  • St John Vianney Co-Cathedral, Fairy Meadow

  • St Brigid’s Catholic Church, Gwynneville

  • Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church, Balgownie

When submitting your request, please provide your full name at the time of Baptism, date of birth, approximate date or year of Baptism, parents’ names, and the church where the Baptism took place.

Please allow sufficient time for our Parish Office to locate and prepare your record, particularly for older sacramental records.

Please complete the Baptismal Record Request Form below to begin your request.

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Contact:  Lumen Christi, Parish Office
36 Harbour Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
Tel: 02 4211 0500
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