Baptism

Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20)

Baptisms at Our Lady of Wisdom

Congratulations!

  • Parents need to be registered active parishioners for at least 3 months prior to the baptism
  • If first-time parents and Godparents, they will need to attend a one-time baptismal class
  • Baptisms are usually held on the first Sunday of the month after 11am Mass
  • According the Canon Law, you are required to have at least one active, confirmed Roman Catholic Godparent over 16 years of age, who is in good standing with the Church. If there are two Godparents, they must be of the opposite sex. If there is only one, a baptized Christian can serve as a witness.
  • See the link below to download a Godparent Certification Form. This form must be completed and turned in prior to child’s baptism.
  • To register your child or to find more information on Baptismal classes contact: Rachel Boulanger, 237.1955, or by email.

Choosing a Godparent

Parents of a newborn Catholic have a responsibility to baptize their baby and choose a Godparent. This person or people if you have two, stand with you to profess the faith of the child. It is a big responsibility and not to be taken lightly.

Godparent Requirements

Click here to download the Godparent Certification Form.

As stated in Canon Law 872-874, there are specific requirements in choosing a Godparent. You are only required to have one Godparent, but two are fine. However, they must be of opposite sex. If there is only one, a Christian witness might be asked. A Christian witness needs to be a baptized Christian. In fact, the Godparents must be baptized.

The Godparents need to be a Catholic who has had the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Holy Communion, and Confirmation.
They can’t be the baby’s mother or father. The Godparents must not be bound by canonical penalty. The Godparent must be mature and be sixteen or older. They must want to be a Godparent and be willing to help teach the faith to the child if necessary.

Godparents must be present in the baptism to say their commitment. If a Godparent is not able to attend, a proxy can stand in his/her place. The Godparent’s name and not the proxy will appear on the Baptismal Certificate and the Baptismal Record. However, at least one Godparent must be present at the baptism. They should be available to help the parents and they should be close to the family. They need to be a good Christian example.

    Mass Schedule

    Monday- Friday:

        Noon

    Saturday:

    4:00 p.m. Anticipated Mass
    6:00 p.m. Spanish anticipated Mass

    Sunday:

    9:00 a.m.
    11:00 a.m.
    6:00 p.m.

    Note: Masses on Holy Days of obligation are scheduled at 12:00 noon and 5:30 p.m