Infant/ Child Baptism

- THIS INFORMATION APPLIES TO THE BAPTISM OF INFANTS OR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 7 -

During the Baptism ceremony, parents/guardians are asked: “You have asked to have your child baptized. In doing so you are accepting the responsibility of training them in the practice of the faith. It will be your duty to bring them up to keep God’s commandments as Christ taught us, by loving God and our neighbor”
  • Is this responsibility what you expected for yourself in your decision to seek baptism for your child
  • Does this mean any changes for your family?
Also during the Baptism ceremony, your child will be signed with the cross on their forehead by the presider, and he will invite you and the Godparents to do the same.
  • You are claiming your child for Christ. You are blessing your child.
  • You are acknowledging your commitment to raise your child to be a disciple of Christ.

This responsibility and commitment require preparation of the parents/guardians and Godparents.


Parent/Guardian preparation consists participating in one 3-hour class at Holy Disciples (or another Catholic Church). Nursery care is not provided during Baptism classes. 

Upcoming Baptism Prep Classes at Holy Disciples Church

All Classes are on Saturdays from 9:00am-12:00pm

In 2025 - June 14, August 16, November 15

In 2026 - January 17, April 18, June 13

To RSVP for one of the Baptism Prep Classes, send an email to adminassist@holydisciples.org or call 253-875-6630


FYI - The Baptism Prep Class can be taken at any church, like Our Lady Queen of Heaven or All Saints.
Check their websites for more information about dates/times of their classes. 
If you attend a Class at another church, please get a letter verifying your attendance. 


Families of those to be baptized must be registered, participating parishioners of either Our Lady of Good Counsel or Holy Disciples churches. 


Connect with the Pastoral Assistant for Liturgy after any of the weekend Masses
to receive Baptism Registration materials and for more information. 


Godparents – at least one Godparent needs to be an active, Confirmed Catholic and we need proof of their having received the Sacrament of Confirmation.


More information here


Primary staff contact person for Baptisms - John Mastalski at PAL@holydisciples.org

Volunteer Baptism Coordinator - Scott Livingston