Baptism is the first and basic sacrament of Christian initiation.  It is usually conferred by immersion and by pouring water three times on the recipient's head, while reciting the baptismal formula: "I baptize you in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit" (Matthew 28:19). The sacrament frees the recipient from original and all personal sins, and from the punishment due to them. In Baptism the person shares in the Trinitarian life of God as part of a community of faith. Baptism is the foundation of communion between all Christians.

• In accord with the promulgation of the new Rite for the Baptism of Infants, St Luke Parish has established a program for parents.

• Our Parish program provides parents an opportunity for a better understanding of their own faith, traditions and practices. This will lead to a faith filled journey to the kingdom of God for both parent and child.  Baptism classes are held on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. 

• In accord with the guidelines of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, St Luke Parish establishes the following policies: Baptisms are held on the second and fourth Sundays of each month following the noon Mass. 

 Contact the Jansen Center (937-426-1733 x 301) to register and for further information.