The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated every Sunday after the 11:00 a.m. Mass. If a family desires to have a child baptized at Mass this is normally done on the 4th Sunday of the Month at the 11:00 a.m. Mass

The parents of the child must be registered members of Our Lady of Consolation Parish. They are also asked to attend one session of a Baptism Class for Parents. The program is held on the second Wednesday of the Month at 7:00 p.m. There is no cost, however, pre-registration is required with the parish office (769-1755). This program may be taken at any time during the pregnancy or after the birth.

A sponsor certificate is required from the Godparent's Parish. It is a document from the pastor stating that the Godparent is a practicing Catholic, that he/she has been Confirmed, and if married, married in the Catholic Church. We ask that this certificate be received by us at least one week before the baptism.

Only 1 Godparent is required for Baptism. If two are chosen, they must be male and female. One must be a Godparent with a sponsor certificate, the other may be a Christian Witness (A Christian baptized in another faith). A sponsor certificate is not required for a Christian Witness.

Many times we are asked about honorary godparents. We do allow honorary godparents and their names are placed on the original baptismal certificate. They, however, will not be placed in the Baptismal Document Book. There is only space for two Godparents or one Godparent and the Christian witness.

For further information, please call the parish office at 769-1755.