Baptismal Registration
Guideline for Baptisms
1. The Sacrament of Baptism must be performed according to the canons of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
2. Secure a date for the baptism by calling the church office (718-224-2275). Baptismal ceremonies can be performed any day of the week during the entire calendar year.
3. The Baptismal Questionnaire must be completed and returned to the church office. Please ensure that all information, including the spelling of names, is correct.
4. The Godfather of the child to be baptized should preferably be a member of the Armenian Apostolic Church. If a suitable Godfather is not available, consult with the officiating clergy about a substitute. A non Christian cannot be a godfather.
5. Items Needed:
Infant baptism:
Adult baptism:
6. Photographs may be taken at any time during the ceremony. The photographer may not, at any time, ascend the steps of the altar or be on the altar.
7. Because holy Muron (holy chrism) has been used to anoint the child, bathe the baby and empty the bath water into the soil rather than a waste-water system.
Guideline for Baptisms
1. The Sacrament of Baptism must be performed according to the canons of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
2. Secure a date for the baptism by calling the church office (718-224-2275). Baptismal ceremonies can be performed any day of the week during the entire calendar year.
3. The Baptismal Questionnaire must be completed and returned to the church office. Please ensure that all information, including the spelling of names, is correct.
4. The Godfather of the child to be baptized should preferably be a member of the Armenian Apostolic Church. If a suitable Godfather is not available, consult with the officiating clergy about a substitute. A non Christian cannot be a godfather.
5. Items Needed:
Infant baptism:
- One or two large white towels;
- A WHITE outfit to be worn after the baptism;
- A chain and cross for the neophyte (newly-baptized).
Adult baptism:
- Prior instruction by the officiating clergy, describing baptism and confirmation;
- One or two white towels;
- A chain and cross for the neophyte (newly-baptized).
6. Photographs may be taken at any time during the ceremony. The photographer may not, at any time, ascend the steps of the altar or be on the altar.
7. Because holy Muron (holy chrism) has been used to anoint the child, bathe the baby and empty the bath water into the soil rather than a waste-water system.
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