Expecting a baby? Congratulations!
Considering baptism for your young child?
This is the perfect time to start Baptism Preparation!
We celebrate baptisms of young children generally the second full weekend of the month at each of our Masses (see Calendar in documents below). However, during COVID-19, baptisms are generally scheduled on Sunday afternoons, following our livestreaming mass.
Contact our Baptism Coordinator:
Helen Oesterle
email: heleno@olgseattle.org
206-935-0358, ext. 108
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Baptism Preparation at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish includes three components:
Initial Interview- Find a time to meet with our Baptism Coordinator email or call 206-935-0358, ext. 108
Baptism Class One- Come and deepen your understanding of Baptism, explore the aspects and responsibilities of parents and godparents in the child's faith life and learn more about our faith. This class is offered about six times a year, 9:30-11:30 AM on a Saturday. NOTE: During COVID-19, classes are scheduled as needed and take place by ZOOM
Baptism Class Two- You personalize the Baptism candle, review the primary prayers and symbols of the celebration, and review the practical details for the actual celebration. This class is on the weekend of the Baptism, on Saturday 9:30-11:30am.
Date of baptism can be confirmed once all requirements are met.