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.


Parents/Guardians are required to participate in Baptism Preparation classes. Our Parish Family has a combined online and in-person set of classes - all of which will be explained when you connect with John in person after any of the weekend Masses.


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


Connect with John (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. Godparents are strongly encouraged to participate in Baptism Preparation Classes.


Primary staff contact person for Baptisms - John Mastalski

Volunteer Baptism Coordinators - Scott Livingston and Sheri Hodson