Baptism

Sacrament

Baptism

All Sacraments

“Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments.”

— Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1213

Many Catholics receive the sacrament of baptism as infants, in the presence of their parents and godparents. Through the saving waters of baptism, Catholics believe that we are washed clean from the stain of original sin caused by the sin of Adam and Eve.

The grace we receive in baptism also makes us children of God the Father and welcomes us into the Catholic Church.

For parents who would like their child to be baptized, baptismal registration, preparation, and scheduling at our parish can be arranged with our pastor or deacon through the parish office.

For teenagers (ages 13+) and adults who wish to be baptized, please make an appointment with the parish office to speak with our pastor or contact our RCIA coordinator for guidance and preparation.

Next Steps

Contact the parish office to begin preparation or ask questions.

Contact the Parish Office
All Saints
Catholic Parish

A Catholic parish serving Ladysmith and Chemainus on Vancouver Island. Two churches, one faith community.

St. Mary's Church

Ladysmith

1135 4th Ave, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1Z2
(250) 245-3714

St. Joseph's Church

Chemainus

9714 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0
(250) 245-3714

Parish Office

Office Hours

Tues – Fri, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Land Acknowledgment

All Saints Catholic Parish is situated on the traditional and unceded territories of the Stz'uminus and Halalt First Nations. We give thanks for the enduring stewardship of these lands by the Coast Salish peoples and commit ourselves to walking together in truth, respect, and reconciliation.

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