Parent Information

Program Description & Registration Information

Why do I need to attend Baptism preparation sessions? You are about to undertake the serious obligation of leading your child to God. On the day of your child’s baptism you will say ‘Amen’ several times. The word ‘Amen’ means ‘So be it,’ or ‘I believe.’ Before you say that word, you have the right and responsibility to know what you are saying ‘Amen’ to. What is the format and... Read More

The Role of a Godparent

Basic Qualifications A godparent must be a Catholic who has received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, is at least 16 years of age, and lives a life of faith befitting the role of a spiritual mentor.  The godparent cannot be your mother or father.  Having two godparents – one man and one woman – is the ideal, but at least one must be Catholic.  One of the godparents can... Read More

Data for Baptismal Register and Pastoral Inquiry Forms

The Data for Baptismal Register form includes two sections. Part One asks for information that will be used to complete the official parish Baptism Register, which is stored in the parish archives. Part Two (The Pastoral Inquiry) asks for information that is meant to help us serve your faith-based needs in this process as you seek to have your child baptized and raise him/her in the practice of the... Read More

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Questions about Baptism Day Q.  What response will I say as the parent? A.  Your responses will be discussed in detail when you attend the Baptism preparation sessions. During the ceremony, follow Father or the Deacon’s lead.  He will prompt you as you go. Q.  What do we need to bring with us the day of the baptism? A.  Your dressed baby (bring an extra set of regular clothes in case of... Read More

Recommended Books for Children Ages 0 – 7

To help your child grow in the Faith, we recommend creating a Catholic library in your home. Start with a Bible appropriate to the age of your child. Collect story books, DVDs, and CDs about saints for your child to listen to at home and in the car. Saints serve not only as examples of Christian life, but also as heavenly friends we can turn to at any time. All these stories should fill your child’s... Read More

The Sacrament of Baptism

Are you unaware that we who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? (Romans 6:3) Here is born in Spirit-soaked fertility a brood destined for another City, begotten by God’s blowing and borne upon this torrent by the Church their virgin mother. Reborn in these depths they reach for heaven’s realm, the born-but-once unknown by felicity. This spring is life that floods the world,... Read More