This participation booklet contains all the texts for the Order of Baptism, as well as a letter to new parents that walks them through each part of the ceremony, explaining the different signs, symbols, words, and actions surrounding the sacrament. Also included are the full texts of Biblical readings that can be used during the celebration of baptism and additional insightful writings concerning this first sacrament. Printed in two colors with the people’s parts set in boldface type, this booklet also serves as an easy-to-follow companion for witnesses of this important sacramental milestone.

Together at Baptism offers parish staff a practical, concise tool to help prepare parents and godparents for the baptism of a child. It offers both spiritual support and important information about the sacrament. The booklet contains twenty-six brief commentaries on the essential elements and liturgical texts of The Order of Baptism of Children. Parents will learn about their role as first witnesses to the faith, the essential support of godparents, the distinctively Catholic understanding of the sacrament, and the joys and challenges of lifelong commitment to the faith. The booklet also contains all the lectionary readings assigned for the celebration of baptism, the alternate prayer texts provided by The Order of Baptism of Children, and a selection sheet for parents invited to choose readings, prayers, and other texts for the liturgy.