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. (*During the pandemic, sessions will be offered online until further notice.)  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

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.
 

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 the Pre-K to 8th Grade Registration form. A copy of the child’s birth certificate must be submitted during the interview.

For 2nd-8th Graders, please select "Full Initiation Preparation" for the program of choice when you complete

COMPLETE PreK to 8th Grade Student Registration Form

For teens, select “High School Confirmation” for the program of choice when you complete COMPLETE High School Student Registration Form