The celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism is one of the most important gifts you can give your child. It celebrates the child becoming a member of the God’s family, original sin being washed away, the reception of Grace, and places a permanent mark on that child’s soul, claiming them as a beloved son/daughter of God. 

Parents requesting Baptism for their children must be registered and participating members of the parish. Parents must attend a baptism preparation class for the child to be baptized. These classes take place the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm-8pm. Infants and toddlers are welcome to attend with you. Godparents are welcome to attend, but not required. This is arranged either before the birth of the child or before the baptism. The baptism cannot be scheduled until the class has been completed. Please register for the class by calling the parish office at 219-769-1755. 

If there are two Godparents, they must be one male and one female. However, only one Godparent is necessary. It is also possible for a baptized non-Catholic to be a Christian witness at the baptism. A non-practicing Catholic cannot serve as a Christian witness. The Catholic Godparent must have a letter from his or her parish stating that they are practicing Catholics.

A practicing Catholic for Baptism must be baptized, confirmed, received Eucharist and if married, married by a Catholic priest. The role of the Godparent is to make the profession of faith for the child, and to help the parents in their duty as a Christian mother and father.

Please contact the parish office at 219-769-1755 for arrangements.