The Sacrament of Baptism 

The Sacrament of Baptism ushers us into the divine life, cleanses us from sin, and initiates us as members of the Christian community. It is the foundation for the sacramental life.

 

The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated the first and third Saturday of the month at 5:30pm (following the 4:00pm Mass).

The expectation for those who seek baptism for their child, is active participation in our parish by attending Sunday Mass consistently and sacrificial tithing. Current parishioner registration and a Discipleship Renewal form for the current calendar year must be on record with St. John Paul II Catholic Church prior to baptism.

Parents who desire baptism for their child must attend Fr. Farrar's Discipleship Presentation as part of the baptism preparation. Both parents are required to attend. All parents who desire baptism, regardless of prior baptism preparation classes attended, must participate in the Discipleship Presentation.

Parents baptizing for the first time are required to participate in parent baptism formation. This formation will guide parents to a deeper understanding of the Rite and Signs of Baptism, and the role of Godparents. Parents that have already baptized older children are encouraged to attend. 

The Discipleship Presentation is offered on various Sundays throughout the year from 4:00pm - 5:30pm in the church office conference room. The baptism formation session is offered on various Sundays at 10:00am (between the 9:00am and 11:00am Mass). Please indicate on the baptism registration form which session you will attend or contact the church office to sign up. Childcare is not provided at either session. We ask that you please make appropriate childcare arrangements if applicable.