BAPTISM
Baptism is the Sacrament that makes us a child of God. It is through the celebration of this Sacrament that we are incorporated into the family of faith. Through it, the door to the other Sacraments can be received and celebrated. Our parish welcomes and assists anybody who is desiring this Sacrament, either for their children, or for themselves.
Why do we Baptize?
Baptismal Guidelines
FOR INFANT BAPTISM (Up to 6 years age) | it is expected that the children who will be baptized will be raised into faith, first and foremost by their parents, with the help of godparents, and assisted lovingly by our community. It is hoped that the parents have celebrated the Sacrament of Matrimony in the Church, or, are already working with a priest towards its celebration. The Godparents must also have celebrated the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Communion and Confirmation). if the Godparents are married, it should have been celebrated in the Church.
GODPARENTS RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS | The Godparents assist the parents in the formation of their child’s faith development. As such, they profess, proclaim, and model the Catholic Christian way of life. For this reason, when selecting godparents, the requirements are:
1.
At least 17 years of age and received Baptism, First Eucharist and Confirmation
2.
At least one must be a Catholic godparent who is a practicing, confirmed catholic, participating in Sunday liturgies, and willing to share the faith with their godchild. However, together with a Catholic godparent AND for a sufficient reason, a baptized non-Catholic may act as a “Christian witness” to the baptism. If the godparent is married, the marriage must have been performed in the Catholic Church.
3.
Must attend one of the preparation classes given by the church.
Children Baptisms
Next Pre-baptism Class Friday, October 2nd @ 7pm
Next Children Baptisms Saturday, November 14th @ 10am
Please register with Sandra in the parish office before attending the pre-baptismal class.
*Call the office to register 707-448-2390 or email sandra@stmarysvacaville.com.
A donation of $100 is requested at the time of registration.
Attend a Baptismal Prep. class (for the parents and the Godparents) a month before the Baptism.
Sign up for the date of baptism.
Baptism Preparation Sessions
SCHEDULE OF CLASSES
Where? In room #1 in the Parish Hall.
When? At 7pm on weekdays on the dates below.
2026
October 2, 2026
November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026
2027
January 8, 2027
February 5, 2027
No Baptism Class in the month of March
April 2, 2027
May 1, 2027
June 12, 2027
July 3, 2027
August 7, 2027
September 4, 2027
October 1, 2027
November 12, 2027
December 3, 2027
BAPTISMS SCHEDULE
Saturday’s at 10AM
2026
October 10, 2026
November 14, 2026
December 19, 2026
2027
January 9, 2027
February 6, 2027
No Baptisms in the month of March
April 3, 2027
May 1, 2027
June 12, 2027
July 3, 2027
August 7, 2027
September 4, 2027
October 2, 2027
November 13, 2027
December 4, 2027
BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE
To receive a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate, please call the office one week after the baptism. Baptism Certificates will not be mailed . If you have any questions or need any further assistance please call (707)448 -2390.
For Adult Baptisms, Adult Confirmations, and for those
Baptized Christians in other faiths, please call St. Mary’s Parish Adult Faith Formation Coordinator, Wyman Adcock at (707) 372-8919.
For assistance, and/or any other inquiries, please call the Parish office at (707) 448-2390