Sacraments

Baptism

We are glad to help you welcome a child into the life of the Church.

Baby being baptized at the font with parents and godparents
“The baptism page told us who to call and what the godparents needed. One phone call and we had a date.”Jake and Sofia T., Peosta

Begin with a call

Call Linda at the parish office at least six weeks before the hoped-for baptism date. Parents and godparents attend one preparation evening, held the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm.

Baptisms are celebrated Sundays after the 11:30am Mass, or during the 9:30am Mass on the fourth Sunday.

Call Linda: (563) 555-0117

Godparents

What is needed

  • A godparent is a confirmed, practicing Catholic.
  • Godparents are at least 16 years old.
  • Each godparent brings a letter from their own parish.

There is no fee. A free-will offering is welcome.