Baptism

Baptism for Infants and Younger Children (Infant to 6 Years Old)

For young children seeking the Sacrament of Baptism, parents must have one initial interview with one of our priests and one 2-hour class for parents and godparents. A copy of the child’s birth certificate must be submitted during the interview.

Please note that godparents must meet all canonical qualifications for sponsors:

• Catholic who has been Baptized, Confirmed, and must have received First Eucharist
• At least 16 years old
• If married, married in the Catholic Church
• Living a life in harmony with the Catholic faith
• If two godparents, one male and one female

For more information on Baptismal Preparation or to schedule an baptism interview with a priest, contact the parish at parish@saintlawrence.org or (408) 296-3000.
 

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Baptism for Older Children and Teens (7 Years Old through High School)

This program includes the process of welcoming and introducing older children and teenagers to the Catholic Faith and providing preparation to receive the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, First Communion). Parents must contact the Director of Catechetics to schedule a family interview and also complete a Catechetical Registration form. A copy of the child’s birth certificate must be submitted during the interview.

For 2nd-8th Graders, Register Here  
Please select "Full Initiation Preparation" for the program of choice.

For High Schoolers 9th-12 Grade, Register Here
Please “High School Confirmation” for the program of choice.

 

Baptism for Adults (18+ and beyond)

Rite of Christian Intiation of Adults (RCIA)

• Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic Church?
• Are you unbaptized but recognize a need for spirituality in your life?
• Are you baptized Catholic but never received any formal religious education or have never received the sacraments of Confirmation or Reconciliation or Eucharist?
• Are you baptized into another denomination and want to become Catholic?

If you or someone you know is interested in beginning this journey, please contact our Catechetical Director, Mrs. M. Eleanor de Paz, eleanor.depaz@dsj.org (408) 296-3000 Ext 433 or complete an Interest Form.