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GUIDELINES FOR BAPTISMS
AT THE CHAPEL OF
SAINT ANNE’S SHRINE
ISLE LA MOTTE, VT 05463
Requests
to be baptized at Saint Anne’s Shrine:
The
Baptismal ceremony normally takes place in the home parish but some
Baptisms are permitted in the Shrine Chapel. Those wishing to be
baptized in the Chapel must meet the following requirements:
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Requests for Baptisms
for the 2009 season are due in writing by July 25th. Mandatory
Baptismal instruction will take place on Sunday July 26th at
12:15 p.m. Baptisms will be celebrated on Saturday August 15th
at 1:00 p.m.
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The couple / individual
should have good pastoral reasons for requesting a baptism in
the Shrine Chapel, rather than in their home parish.
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The family must also
present a written letter from their local pastor granting
permission for the baptism to be held at Saint Anne’s Shrine
with the initial letter of request.
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There should be a formal
relationship between the couple / individual and the Shrine. At
least one party must be either a parishioner of St. Amadeus
Church or St. Joseph’s Mission; a student, member of the faculty
or staff of the Shrine and/or St. Michael’s College; or a
benefactor of Saint Anne’s Shrine.
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Couples requesting their
child to be baptized at the Shrine should be practicing their
faith.
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Sponsors (Godparents)
need to be confirmed in the Roman Catholic faith and regularly
attend Sunday Mass.
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Parents are required to
meet with the Priest or Deacon at least once prior to the
Baptism.
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Requests for permission
to be baptized at the Shrine Chapel shall be sent in writing to
the Spiritual Director of the Shrine in ample time. The request
should indicate the pastoral reasons why the baptism ceremony
should take place at the Shrine Chapel and the relationship of
both parties to the Shrine. A letter confirming the date and
time of your baptism will be sent to you.
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It is customary to make
a donation to Saint Anne’s Shrine to assist us in our ministry.
Your generosity is very much appreciated. A stipend for the
priest is not necessary.
For further
information regarding baptisms, please contact Sonya at
802-928-3362.
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