Baptism
Why do we have our child baptized?
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Thank you for your interest in having your child baptized.
- If you are an adult interested in baptism, please visit our RCIA page.
- We encourage you to consider baptism preparation prior to the birth of your son or daughter, if you can. Taking the time now can help eliminate the need for baby sitters and adds to the joyful anticipation of your child.
Baptismal Preparation Course
- Prior to having a child/children baptized at St. Vital, parent(s) are required to attend a baptismal preparation course, which is held over one evening for about an hour and a half.
- At the prep course, everything you need to know will be explained to you. Information will be provided on the Sacrament of Baptism, Godparents and other requirements, what to expect on the day of the baptism, and how to complete the baptismal registration form. Parent(s) will have an opportunity to fill out the form that evening.
Upcoming Course Dates
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Next Upcoming Dates:
Monday, Sept 9, 2024 - Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Church basement. Come to the South Side door, facing the parking lot. There will be a sign on the door.
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Please let us know if you are planning to attend one of the upcoming nights. Sign up in advance by contacting:
st.vitalchurch@shaw.ca780-929-8541
Required Information and Documents
Please provide the following when you attend the preparation course:
- Name(s) and information of intended Godparents. The Godparent(s) must be Catholic.
- Copy of your child(ren)'s birth certificate(s). We require the "personal and parentage" version of birth certificate. (This is the version that lists parents' names.)
- Completed registration form (you will complete this form at the information session). If you would like to have a look at the Baptismal Registration Form, you can access a copy on the Archdiocese of Edmonton website:https://caedm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/603A_BaptismOfAChildForm2Jan20.pdf