Baptism is a sign of the sacred, confers grace, is a celebration of Christ's life, and is the beginning of a deep relationship; a vital union with the risen Lord.
Please call the Pastoral Office (419.625.7500) for all baptism inquiries:
Children (less than 4 years ago)
We require that parents attend one Baptism preparation class prior to the baptism of their child. More information will be given to parents once a meeting with a priest or deacon is set up.
Youth (5-17 years old will need to receive the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist)
Youth will need to go through RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children).
Adults (18+ will need to receive the Sacraments of Initiation)
Adults will need to go through RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults).
Adults who were baptized as a child but have not received the other Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation, Reconciliation, Eucharist)? →Learn more.
The administrative assistant will need the following information:
Full Name
Year of Baptism
A copy of a Baptismal Certificate is sent directly to the parish in which it is needed. Please have the following information ready for the administrative assistant:
Name of Parish
Address of Parish
Contact Person Name to address the mailing
What is Baptism?
The Sacrament of Baptism is the foundation of Christian life and the first of the seven sacraments. Through Baptism we are born again, not on a physical level but a spiritual one. We are baptized into Jesus’ death and therefore, share in His Resurrection (Romans 6:3-7). Baptism cleanses us of the stain of original sin and brings the Holy Spirit and His grace into our souls (Acts 2:38, 22:16) where we become new members of the Body of Christ and the Catholic Church.