The Sacrament of Baptism

Becoming Sons and Daughters of God

Sacramental Preparation for infants and children under 7 years of age


We can’t wait to welcome your child into the life of Christ and our Church through Baptism. Jesus was baptized and taught his Apostles to do the same. Through Baptism we are freed from original sin and reborn as sons and daughters of God.


Rite of Baptism is the first step in the initiation of a Catholic. It is the gateway to the Holy Spirit and for all other sacraments. Our community welcomes our new family members. At the celebration of Baptism, we witness the love, dedication, and commitment of the parents and godparents.


Parents and Godparents are required to take a Baptism Preparation Class to help them understand the sacrament, the process, the liturgy, and the covenant you are entering into with God. 


To schedule a  baptism, please complete the form by clicking the button below. 


Baptism Form


Go, therefore, and make disciples of all Nations, Baptizing them in the name of the Father, and the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 


- Matthew 28:19



Older than 7 years of age?

Sacramental Preparation for Children ages 7 to 17 or Adults looking to join the Catholic Church please visit the page for the Order of Christian Initiation for more information of our OCIC and OCIA programs

Order of Christian Initiation

  • When are Baptisms held?

    Baptisms take place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 12 Noon. We offer one Sunday for private baptism and another Sunday for Communal Baptisms


    Your child's Baptism date will be scheduled  by our parish staff once all requirements and documentation are received. 

  • What are the requirements for Baptism at St. Anastasia?

    ALL Requirements are to be completed and returned to the Parish Office, four (4) weeks prior to the scheduled Baptism otherwise baptism will NOT be scheduled.


    General Requirements

    • At least one parent and one godparent MUST be Catholic.
    • Complete one Baptism registration form for each child
    • Email a copy of child’s birth/hospital certificate(s)
    • Email a copy of Baptism Preparation Course certificates for both parents and both godparents taken in the last two years. The Baptism Preparation Course is offered in-person at St. Anastasia Catholic Church the 2nd Wednesday of every other Month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

  • Who can be a Godparent?

    There must be one godparent, but you may have two; if two, one must be male, and one must be female


    Godparents must be actively living their Catholic faith and meet the criteria below:

    • Be at least 16 years old.
    • Baptized and confirmed and receives holy communion.
    • Be married by the Catholic Church or living single.
    • Free from any impediments that prevent them from actively participating in the sacraments. The most common examples of an impediment are if he/she is single but cohabits with someone, or married outside the Catholic Church (in another faith, or civilly). If married, they must have been married in the Catholic Church.

    Godparent(s) to supply a current Baptism Certificate, with Confirmation Notations, OR a copy of their Confirmation Certificate. (which can be requested from their Parish of Baptism or Confirmation)


    If the Godparents are married to each other, they are to supply a Marriage Certificate from the Church. 


    A ‘Letter of Good Standing’ for the Catholic godparents from their Parish Pastor.


    The second Godparent:

    • Can be another Catholic in good standing who meets the criteria above OR
    • A baptized person from another Christian community may serve as a Christian witness to the baptism. However, having this Christian witness does not meet the requirement for a fully initiated Catholic as a godparent.
    • A Baptized Catholic cannot serve as a Christian witness

  • Is there a Baptism Fee?

    We ask you to help contribute to the ongoing support of the Church with a requested donation of $150 per child.


    For a private Baptism the requested donations is $250 per child.


Baptism Preparation Course

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Held in person

Held on Wednesday evening at 7:30PM every two month in the Parish Office.


To schedule parents and godparents for the preparation please click the button below.

Prep Course