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Description of Ministry |
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| Pre-Jordan class is
required of all parents seeking to have their
child(ren) baptized and who have not previously
attended pre-baptism instructions. Godparents are
strongly encouraged to attend. |
| Through the Pre-Jordan
ministry, St. John Chrysostom faith community
assists parents seeking to have their child(ren)
baptized in understanding and celebrating the
baptism of their child(ren). |
| The theology of the
sacrament is explored through open discussion.
Canon law, parish guidelines regarding the
conferral of the sacrament and the roles of both
parents and godparents in the faith journey of
the child(ren) are examined. |
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| 2. |
Frequency/Schedule of
Meetings/Activities |
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Classes are held six times a year
on alternate first Tuesdays beginning in September. The
initial meeting and discussion begin in the Parish House
Lounge at 7.-30. At 8:15 the participants move to the
Church where an explanation and demonstration of the Rite
of Baptism takes place. The class ends at approximately 9
p.m. |
| 3. |
Where do I perform service? |
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(See above) |
| 4. |
Who are served? |
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Parents and godparents of the
child(ren) to be baptized |
| 5. |
Preparation |
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Parents are asked to register for
the Pre-Jordan Class by one of the following methods:
1. Complete the
registration form which appears in our Sunday
Bulletin and
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a. drop it in the collection basket or |
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b. drop it off at the Parish House. |
| (This
registration form appears in the bulletin
on three consecutive weekends prior to
the class) |
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| 2. Phone or Fax: Deacon
Ray at 610-872-2732 |
| 3. E-Mail: DeaconRayV@aol.com |
| 4. Click to register online. |
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| 6. |
Contact Person (s) |
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