Baptism

Baptism is birth into the new life in Christ. In accordance with the Lord's will, it is necessary for salvation, as is the Church herself, which we enter by Baptism. CCC 1277

Requirements

• One of the child's parents must be a parishioner and a practicing Catholic.
• One of the sponsors (godparent) must also be a practicing Catholic and a member of Our Lady of Lourdes parish or provide a "letter of good standing" from their own parish.

Baptismal Process

• Complete the online Baptism Registration Form.
• To better understand the Sacrament of Baptism, new parents and parents with children who are new to the parish are required to attend a Baptismal Preparation Session.  The session covers both the Sacrament of Baptism and the Liturgy of Baptism. It also covers the responsibilities of parents in raising their child in the Catholic Faith.
• The sessions will be offered on Saturdays from 10:00-11:30am four times a year (so plan ahead).  The 2021 sessions will be held on January 30, April 24, July 24, and October 23.
• Godparents are strongly encouraged to attend.
• Once parents have attended a session, a date for Baptism may be scheduled.
• The Sacrament of Baptism will be celebrated twice a month on the 2^nd and 4^th Sundays at the 11:00am Mass or immediately following the 11:00am Mass.
• The day of the Baptism, one of our Baptism Hosts will be on hand to greet the family and answer any questions.
• No Baptisms will be celebrated during Lent except in an emergency.

Fees

A $50 donation is most appreciated to help cover expenses.

Related Information

• Catechism of the Catholic Church: The Sacrament of Baptism
• Catholic Encyclopedia Article on Baptism