"As the deer thirsts after the running water, so does my soul thrist after you, O God."

Psalm 42:1

Baptism is the door to all other Sacraments in our faith.  Our Church welcomes you with open arms and prays that this is the beginning of a lifelong faith journey. 

Baptisms are every Saturday of the month at 11:00 AM at Mission Espada.  The first Saturday in English, the remainder Saturdays in Spanish.

Los Bautismos se celebran cada sábado del mes a las 11:00 AM en la Misión Espada.  El primer sabado en íngles y los demas sábados en español.

Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism  
 (infant - 6 years of age) Misión San Francisco & St. Francis X Cabrini Policy and Guidelines 

1. At least one PARENT, or the legal guardian, must come to the parish office to register the baby/child for baptism. Registration must be at least 2 weeks prior to the baptism date. 

2. Parent/Guardian(s) must bring the child’s original Birth Certificate from a Health Dept. or  City Agency.  

3 GODPARENTS:  

1.  Must be a Catholic at least 17 years of age, has been Confirmed, has already received the sacrament of the Most Holy Eucharist, and leads a life in harmony within the faith. (Must provide proof of their baptism and confirmation). 
2.  If a Godparent is married, they must be married through the Catholic Church and have copies of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage certificates, and not be bound by any church penalty.  You may have one Godparent that is male or one female, or one of each. (The Child’s Parent cannot be the baby/child’s godparents). 

4. The administration fee is $50.00 or if a private baptism is scheduled the fee of the church rental is $750.00 + $250.00 Deposit upon approval of the pastor (cash or check). 

5. Parents and godparents are required to attend a baptismal class at Mission San Francisco. The class is held during the baptism on Saturdays at 11 AM. (If parents or godparents reside out of town, they may provide proof that they attended a baptism class at their parish within the year.) 

The Sacrament of Baptism will be celebrated on Saturdays at 11:00 AM inside the Mission Church or a private baptism may be scheduled.  

For children ages 6 and over, please call the Parish Office for information.   

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. ADDITIONALLY,  BE ADVISED THAT NO BAPTISMS WILL BE HELD DURING THE SEASON OF LENT  BETWEEN ASH WEDNESDAY AND GOOD FRIDAY.  

If you have any questions about our policies and guidelines, email the parish office at:  espadacabrini@gmail.com  (210) 627.2064 

 See also: http://archphila.org/evangelization/worship/guidelines/sponsors.pdf