Baptism of Children Under the Age of 7
Procedure for Reception of the Sacrament at St. John's
1. Parents and sponsors need to be properly instructed in the meaning of the sacrament and the obligations. Baptism classes are held each month in the parish (Canon 851).
2. The sponsor/godparent must be a practicing Catholic, at least 16 years of age, and confirmed in the Catholic Church. A person of another Christian faith may stand as a witness (Canon 874).
3. Parents and sponsors should choose a name that is Christian in origin. Knowing the meaning of the name gives importance to the selection of a name.
4. The Baptismal Ceremony is held once a month in a communal gathering on Sunday. (Private baptisms can be held with permission and arrangements made through the parish).
5. All forms related to the baptism need to be in the Faith Formation Office at least a week before the ceremony.
Contact Sr. Clarinda to register for an upcoming Baptism and class.
The Sacrament of Baptism is generally celebrated the first Sunday of each month at 12:00 pm in the church. Note: No Baptisms are celebrated during Lent.
Schedule of Communal Celebrations of Baptisms 2011-2012
| Sunday Baptism Date |
Monday Baptism Class |
| Baptism Celebrations at 12:00 (after Mass) |
At 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
St. Vincent DePaul Room 210 |
| June 5th |
Monday, June 6th |
| July 3rd |
July - NO CLASS |
| August 7th |
Monday, August 1st |
| September 11th |
Monday, September 12th |
| October 2nd |
Monday, October 3rd |
| November 13th |
Monday, November 7th |
| December 4th |
Monday, December 5th |
| January 8th |
Monday, January 2nd |
| February 5th |
Monday, February 6th |
| March - No Baptisms |
Monday, March 5th |
| April 15th |
Monday, April 9th |
| May 6th |
Monday, May 7th | |
