Preparation for sacraments is highly recommended, encouraged, and mandated by the Catholic Church before the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, First Reconciliation, First Communion, Marriage, and Holy Orders are celebrated. The Diocese of Sioux City mandates that “Every parish or group of parishes shall ensure sacramental preparation for parents prior to the baptism of each child. Godparents may also be encouraged to participate. Good pastoral discretion is to be used for appropriate catechesis for parents with a child born soon after the baptism of a sibling.” The Diocese recommends that parents may be excused from baptism preparation if they have taken part in preparation for the baptism of a sibling within one to two years prior to the baptism of their new child. I recommend baptism class every five years for parents expecting another child.
Parents expecting a child are expected to attend the Baptism Class offered quarterly in our cluster. Parents who have taken part in preparation for the baptism of a sibling within five years prior to the baptism of their new child are excused, but should notify the pastor of the pending birth and baptism. Godparents from other parishes are required to complete a “Godparent in Good Standing” form with their pastor.
For baptisms of persons from other parishes, the permission of the proper pastor is required.
After Baptism Class has been completed, a date for baptism can be scheduled with the pastor.
If you are expecting a child within the next nine months, please register for class by contacting the parish office.
To schedule a date for Holy Baptism and for more information please contact the pastor at 712-225-4606.