Baptism
Acts 22:16 “And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on his name.”
The Holy Baptism
The Holy Baptism is our most sacred celebration in the Catholic Community. Not only is it the start of an amazing journey in faith with Jesus Christ, but it also welcomes us to the enlightenment of God above all. Through this sacrament, we discover our life path to be guided by the Holy Spirit that will continue to lead us towards the people of god, the body of Christ, all these being the church. By being Baptized we are freeing ourselves from all sin within and around us as we are choosing a life path for the better. Becoming baptized goes to show that you have begun a new start to being a Catholic Christian and eventually you will follow along with your duty of consuming the blood and body of Christ through the Eucharist. Parents and other major influences, you have decided Baptism is best for yourself or your child, and god alongside the church can't wait for your preparation to this new beginning.
Requirements for Baptism
The following are necessary in order to receive this Sacrament:
For a child to be baptized at our church, parents and god parents must attend a pre-baptismal class. This class is currently taking place online through Zoom. Our in-person classes are pending, however, contact us for additional information related to pre-baptismal classes.
All documents are required at the time you register for Baptism, two weeks in advance of the class.
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A birth Certificate or form from the hospital is required for all toddlers and children.
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For infants younger than 1, (contact our Parish Office)
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For children, age must not exceed 6 years of age. ( If so, contact our Religious Education team for more information)
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For adults or children over the age of 7, who have yet to receive the Sacrament of Baptism, contact our Parish office to obtain more information on this matter.
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Sponsor Requirements:
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The name of the Godfather and Godmother in hand-printed letters is needed, as well as proof of their completion with sacraments. (Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Marriage documents from the Catholic church; if both parties are married to each other.)
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Sponsor/s must be Catholic and at least Sixteen years of age, in good standing with the church, and aware of the responsibility he/she is about to undertake. They must bring documents of their Sacraments.
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Per Cannon Law, there is to be only one male sponsor or one female sponsor or one of each [Not 2 sponsors of the same sex]
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​Once parents and godparents have taken the class, they have one year to decide which Saturday they’ll be baptizing their baby. ​Baptisms in Spanish take place on the 1st Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m. Baptisms in English take place on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m.
For the ceremony, parents should do and bring the following:
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The child should be in an all-white outfit
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You must bring a candle, a shell for the holy water, and a towel to dry the child's head once baptized.
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Parents and god parents must arrive on time, at least 30 minutes before the ceremony.
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A donation of $75.00 in cash is required from the parents. Including a $20.00 donation for the celebrating father on the day of the Baptism
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Note: If parents live outside the Parish area, they need their parish's permission to baptize their child at Our Lady of Solitude Church.
For more information or questions, contact our Parish Office.
Our Lady of Solitude Office:
(323) 269-7248