The Sacrament of Baptism at Queen of Peace
Baptismal Ministers respond to Jesus’ mandate to “…go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations. Baptize them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” Their mission is to help parents and godparents to know and understand the responsibility they are undertaking in the baptism of their child/godchild.
Los Ministros Bautismales simplemente están respondiendo al mandato de Jesús de “…vayan pues, y hagan que todos los pueblos sean mis discípulos. Bautícenlos en el Nombre del Padre y del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo.” Es su misión de ayudar a los padres y padrinos a conocer y entender la responsabilidad que están por tomar en el bautismo de su hijo(a)/ahijado(a).
Baptismal Ministers respond to Jesus’ mandate to “…go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations. Baptize them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” Their mission is to help parents and godparents to know and understand the responsibility they are undertaking in the baptism of their child/godchild.
Los Ministros Bautismales simplemente están respondiendo al mandato de Jesús de “…vayan pues, y hagan que todos los pueblos sean mis discípulos. Bautícenlos en el Nombre del Padre y del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo.” Es su misión de ayudar a los padres y padrinos a conocer y entender la responsabilidad que están por tomar en el bautismo de su hijo(a)/ahijado(a).
Baptism of an Infant/Toddler
Baptism instruction is held the first Saturday of every month with Baptisms held usually the second Saturday of every month. Scheduling accomodations can be made at the pastor's decision.
The next instructional class is scheduled for January 4th, 2025 from 9:30 am - 12 noon. Please contact the parish office to register.
Parent Information
At least one parent must be a practicing and active Catholic who will rear their child as a Catholic Christian. Parents who are not practicing their faith are asked to make a serious decision to renew the practice of their faith at this time before registering their child for the sacrament. If you are not a registered parishioner and live outside our parish boundaries, you must present a letter of permission from the parish you live closest to.
Godparent Information
A godparent is a committed person who will assist in raising the child to know and love God and the Faith. Every newly baptized must have at least one godparent. If two godparents are elected, they must be a male and a female. A godparent must be fully initiated in the faith (Baptized, Confirmed and received the Eucharist) and a practicing Catholic who is at least 18 years old. If the godparent is married, they must be married in the Church. If the godparent is single, they cannot be living with a partner out of wedlock.
Pre-Baptismal Instructional Course
The preparation course gives parents and godparents an opportunity to reflect on their own faith, to learn more about the meaning of the sacrament of Baptism and to be made aware of the responsibilities of being Catholic parents or godparents. After registering their child to be baptized, parents and godparents must participate in a pre-baptismal class. PLEASE NOTE: Children are welcome to come to the pre-baptism class with parents or godparents.
Requirements checklist for Baptism:
1. Registrations should be made in the office at least one (1) month in advance.
2. Deadline is a week before the class.
3. Court-certified birth certificate of child to be baptized.
4. If living outside Queen of Peace boundaries and not a registered parishioner, a letter of permission from your parish is required.
5. Parents and godparents are required to attend a pre-baptismal class. If you have attended pre-baptismal classes in the past two years, please present valid proof.
6. Pre-baptismal classes are offered the first Saturday of every month.
7. Godparents must present their certificates of Baptism, Confirmation and First Communion.
Should they be married, a Church marriage certificate is required.
8. The Baptism celebration takes place the second weekend of every month unless the church advises you otherwise.
9. Donation per child is $10.
For more information, please submit form below or contact the parish office.
Baptism of a Child/Teenager
This program is for those children/youth 7-17 years of age who have not received the Sacrament of Baptism. Through this two-year preparation program, the students will receive all their Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation). Classes are held September-May (Pentecost) and are held on Sunday mornings from after 9:00 am Mass until 11:30 am. Please register the summer before classes begin online at queenopeaceparishep.org or in person at the parish office. If you have any questions or need more information, please submit a form below or contact the parish office. Once registered, a member of the parish will contact you with more information about this program.
This program is for those children/youth 7-17 years of age who have not received the Sacrament of Baptism. Through this two-year preparation program, the students will receive all their Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation). Classes are held September-May (Pentecost) and are held on Sunday mornings from after 9:00 am Mass until 11:30 am. Please register the summer before classes begin online at queenopeaceparishep.org or in person at the parish office. If you have any questions or need more information, please submit a form below or contact the parish office. Once registered, a member of the parish will contact you with more information about this program.
Fr. Allan baptizing at the Easter Vigil Mass, 2024
Baptism of an Adult
This class is for adults 18 years of age and older who would like to join the Catholic Church by receiving all Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation). Once the program has been completed by the candidate, they will be welcomed into the Church at the Easter Vigil Mass. One who has been validly Baptized in another Christian tradition may also choose to attend this class to make a profession of faith, and to receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation at the end of the program. Classes are held September-May (Pentecost) and meet on Sundays immediately after the 9:00 am Mass. To register for this class, or if you need more information, please submit form below or contact Leo Hernandez at the parish office.
This class is for adults 18 years of age and older who would like to join the Catholic Church by receiving all Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation). Once the program has been completed by the candidate, they will be welcomed into the Church at the Easter Vigil Mass. One who has been validly Baptized in another Christian tradition may also choose to attend this class to make a profession of faith, and to receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation at the end of the program. Classes are held September-May (Pentecost) and meet on Sundays immediately after the 9:00 am Mass. To register for this class, or if you need more information, please submit form below or contact Leo Hernandez at the parish office.
Fr. Allan baptizing at the Easter Vigil Mass, 2024.
