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Baptisms

Baptism Documents:
Baptism at St. Martin Parish -
Newborn to less than 7 years old​
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We are glad that you have decided to initiate your child into the Catholic faith. Here at St. Martin Parish, we would like to assist you in the preparation of such a beautiful sacrament.  To begin the baptism preparation of your child, please follow the procedure below:

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Steps for Baptism Preparation
 
Submit the Required Documents:  â€‹

1. Parents must submit the following required paperwork.

  • Original Birth Certificate

  • Completed & Signed Godparents Certificate of Eligibility

  • Godparents must take the form to their parish to be signed and stamped with the church's seal.

  • $70 Donation

  • Registration Form (Print and fill out the form above.)

Submit all documents above + donation 2 weeks before baptism date.

2. Attend Baptism Preparation Class​:

Both parents and godparents must attend a Baptism Preparation Class.

St. Martin Parish offers two in-person classes each month:

  • English Class: Held in the chapel

  • Spanish Class: Held in the parish office

Check the Baptism Calendar for available dates.

*Note:

  • The child must be registered before parents and godparents can take the class.

  • Children should not attend the class to allow parents and godparents to focus.

If you have already taken a baptism class at another Catholic parish, you may submit an original form or letter from that parish stating the details of your attendance.

God Parent Requirement

Each godparent must be Catholic and must have received the sacraments of:

  • Baptism

  • First Communion

  • Confirmation

  • Marriage in the Catholic Church (if married)

  • Living an active faith in the Catholic Church

Baptism Preparation Classes​​

If you are baptizing a child at another parish but wish to take the preparation class at St. Martin Parish:

  1. Download the OoP Baptism Prep Class Form (above).

  2. Submit the form to the parish office at least 5 days before the class.

  3. Make a $20 donation per person, per class by clicking the link below to reserve your seat:

https://www.wesharegiving.org/app/giving/WeShare-20000789?tab=home

For more information, contact:

Aime Overcamp – (408) 736-3725, ext. #18

Check the Baptism Calendar above for available dates.

For more information, contact:

Aime Overcamp – (408) 736-3725, ext. #18

Check the Baptism Calendar above for available dates.

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