Baptism begins our journey of faith.  The Church asks us to baptize as soon as possible after the birth of a child.  Baptism is often celebrated outside of Mass.  Baptism may also be celebrated during Mass.  In fact, it is preferred to celebrate baptisms during Mass especially if both parents are Catholic as we have a larger community present to welcome the new child of God.  Celebrating Baptism during Mass adds only a few minutes to the Mass.  If you are expecting a child, please contact the parish office to register for a baptism class if this is your first child or if it has been more than five years since the baptism of your previous child.  
 

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The Diocese of Sioux City mandates that  “Every parish or group of parishes shall ensure sacramental preparation for parents prior to the baptism of each child.  Godparents may also be encouraged to participate.  Good pastoral discretion is to be used for appropriate catechesis for parents with a child born soon after the baptism of a sibling.”  The Diocese recommends that parents may be excused from baptism preparation if they have taken part in preparation for the baptism of a sibling within one to two years prior to the baptism of their new child.  However, pastor discretion allows parents who have completed a baptism class within five years prior to the baptism of their new child are excused from attending another baptism class.   Godparents from other parishes are required to complete a “Godparent in Good Standing” form with their pastor. Parents expecting a child are expected to attend the Baptism Class offered quarterly in our cluster.  

For baptisms of persons from other parishes at another parish requires the permission of the pastor of where the parents are registered.

After Baptism Class has been completed, a date for baptism can be scheduled with the pastor.

If you are expecting a child within the next nine months, please call the parish office to register for a class and complete the Baptismal Registration form.
 

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For more information, please contact the parish office, (712) 673-2582 or email the pastor at t.a.friedrichsen@gmail.com