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This page provides detailed information for baptizing
newborns and children through 6 years old.
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How do I baptize my infant/children?
We offer the Rite of Baptism for all children from the age of birth through 6 years old typically on the Second Saturday of the month at the Olive Avenue location.
We offer Baptism Preparation Classes for parents and godparents on the Third Wednesday of the month. PRE-REGISTRATION is REQUIRED. Classes are in person.
Baptism dates AND Baptism classes fill up quickly...Register now, we close registrations one week prior to the date of the CLASS. Please review our Baptism and Class Schedule before registering
Class Schedule and Baptisms
To baptize your child, please:
1) Review the Baptism & Class Schedule and see what dates work best for you
1) Submit a completed Baptism Request Online Form
2)Please email other paperwork requested to [email protected] or bring copies to our main parish office
3) Payment for the baptism class is completed with the registration or may be made at our Main Parish office.Baptism Preparation Class Fees $35.00
Requirements & Paper Work:Registration is closed one week prior to the class or closes as class is filled. Parents & Godparents are required to attend a Catholic Baptism Class.
All Documents listed below must be completed and turned in order to complete your registration:
1. Completed Baptism Registration Form
2. Copy of County Birth Certificate of the Child to be Baptized (No Hospital certificates)
3. Copy of Catholic Confirmation Certificate for Godparent(s)
4. Copy of Certificate of Catholic Church Wedding for married Godparent(s) (No Civil Certificates)
5. Letter of Permission for Baptism from Parish (if not registered here)
6. Final Declaration of Legal Adoption of your child (if applicable)
7. Copy of Baptism Class Completion for Parents and/or Godparents (if class taken elsewhere)
8. Baptism Class fee of $35.00; fee covers Parents & Godparents (paid at the time of registration)GODPARENT REQUIREMENTS1. There needs to be only one Godparent. If there are two, then one must be male, the other female. (Canon 873)
2. Canon 874 requires that Godparents MUST: Be chosen by the parent, be Catholic, be 16 years of age or older, has received Eucharist, has been Confirmed, and not be the parent of the child to be baptized.
3. If Godparent(s) are married, they need to be married in the Catholic Church (not civil marriage). 4. A Non-Catholic Christian may act as a “witness” along with a Catholic Godparent (Canon 874). Persons who are not Catholic but belong to one of the Eastern Orthodox Churches may act as Godparent(s).
5. Non-Catholic Christians, who act as “witnesses,” will be recorded as “Christian Witnesses,” not as a Godparent. However, if the non-Catholic person belongs to an Eastern Orthodox Church, such a person may act as and be recorded as a Godparent.Questions about GODPARENTS?
How do I know who is qualified to serve my child in this important role?
Many people become confused about who is qualified to be godparents...
Download our helpful guide, "Help! I am looking for a Godparent".
CLASS for a Baptism at another parish
I am a parent or 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 the online form or register at the parish office. Baptism classes fill quickly... class registration closes 1 week prior to the class date.
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iNFORMACION EN eSPAñOL
Para información en español, haga clic en la enlace: Bautizos
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cHILDREN 7-17 YEARS OLD
If your child is 7 - 17 years old and needs Baptism, please visit our R.C.I.C. page to learn about the Rite of Christian Initiation for older children. Click on this link
RCIC
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Contact Us
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mmorazasbdiocese.orgParish Secretary (hablo español) -
Deacon Eric Vilchisevilchissbdiocese.orgParish Deacon (habla español)
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FORMED
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We offer this service for FREE. To sign up, visit: https://www.formed.org- Click: Sign Up
- Select: "Sign up as a parishioner"
- Enter our zip code: 92373
- Select our parish: Holy Name of Jesus 115 W Olive Ave Redlands, CA
- After selecting our parish enter your name and email address.
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