Baptism

After taking a several-month hiatus from holding baptism ceremonies and classes due to the pandemic, starting August 1, 2020, St. Ignatius resumed baptism preparation using a new method allowing you to prepare at home.

Please contact Mrs. Mary Cruz in the parish office to begin the baptism preparation process.

At this time, we are only able to offer classes to parents or godparents who are parishioners or who are involved with a baptism at St. Ignatius.

Here are the steps for parents seeking baptism. Note: parents who have recently attended a baptism preparation class do not need to attend the online preparation class and follow up conversation.

How Do I Register for Baptism?

When are Baptisms Scheduled?

Baptisms can only be scheduled after all preparation is complete. Infants can be baptized during one of two times at St. Ignatius:

1. The first Sunday of every month, at 2:30 p.m. for Spanish or 3:30 p.m. for English
2. During the Saturday Vigil Mass and all Sunday Masses except the 1 p.m. Mass

Who Can Be a Godparent?

Criteria for Eligibility for Godparents

• At least 16 years of age
• Cannot be the parents or legal guardian
• Catholic who has received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist
• If married, marriage is recognized by the Catholic Church
• If not married, is not living with a significant other
• Attends mass regularly and is in good standing with the Church

What if We Want a non-Catholic Godparent?

Just as God proclaimed his love for Jesus at his Baptism, God calls each of us "beloved" when our souls are made holy in the waters of Baptism. We are no longer spiritual orphans separated from God by original sin. By the Sacrament of Baptism, we become adopted sons and daughters of our Father in Heaven who loves and cherishes us beyond measure. 

• Baptism for Older Children
• Baptism for Adults

Isaac Garcia
Director of Adult Evangelization and Catechesis
igarcia@st-ignatius.org