Baptism is the FIRST of the 3 Sacraments of Initiation into the Catholic Christian faith... the other two are Confirmation and Eucharist. All three create the foundation of every Christian life. 

We believe that the faithful are born anew by Baptism. Through Baptism, we become brothers and sisters of Jesus Christ - members of the Body of Christ. In other words, we become Christians!  

This page provides detailed information  for baptizing children from birth through the age of 6 years.

To inquire about baptism for children ages 7 years and older, please click on this link:
/faith-formation

To inquire about baptism for adults, please click on this link:  /how-do-i-become-catholic

We offer Rite of Baptism for all children up to 6 years old on the First Saturday of the month at the Olive Avenue location.

We offer Baptism Preparation Classes for parents and godparents on the Fourth Wednesday ofthe month at the Columbia Street location. PRE-REGISTRATION is REQUIRED.

Los bautizos serán el primer sábado del mes en la localidad de Olive Ave. Las clases pre-bautismales serán el cuarto miércoles del mes en la localidad de Columbia St. PRE-REGISTRACION es REQUERIDO.

To baptize your child, please:
1) submit a completed Baptism Request Form to the parish office; 
2) include the other paperwork requested on the form; 
3) include the payment for the baptism class.

Baptism dates AND Baptism classes fill up quickly...
Class registration closes 1 week prior to the class date.

Questions about GODPARENTS?   
What is required of godparents?   
How do I know who is qualified to serve my child in this important role?

Many people become confused about who are qualified to be godparents...
Download our helpful guide, "Help! I am looking for a Godparent".

Usted tiene preguntas sobre los PADRINOS?
Quién puede ser padrinos?  Cuales son los requisistos?
Favor, descargue nuestra guía utíl, "Ayúdenme! Busco un Padrino"

CLASS for a Baptism at another parish
I am a godparent who needs to attend a class for a Baptism at another parish.
Can I attend the class at The Holy Name of Jesus?
 
YES! Please submit a completed "Godparents Class Only" form to the parish office with the fee.
Baptism classes fill quickly... class registration closes 1 week prior to the class date.

CLASE para bautizar en otra parroquia - para Padrinos solamente
Si eres un padrino que necesita asistir una clase pre-bautismal para bautizar en otra parroquia, puede asistir una clase con nosotros. Favor, completa la forma "Padrinos Clase Solamente".