Baptism

Baptism

 

In Baptism, the Holy Spirit moves us to answer Christ's call to holiness. In Baptism, we are asked to walk by the light of Christ and to trust in his wisdom. We are invited to submit our hearts to Christ with ever deeper love.

 

At least one parent must be Catholic and children should be baptized at the church where the parents attend.  If children are ages 7 and older, they must attend the OCIC (Order of Christian Initiation for Children).


Baptisms will be scheduled as followed FOr Children 0-6 years:
  • English: A priest will be assigned on the 1st Saturday of each month at 11 am in St. Joseph’s Chapel.
  • English: A deacon will be assigned on the 4th Saturday of each month, 11 am in St. Joseph’s Chapel,
  • Spanish: A priest will be assigned on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 11 am in St. Joseph’s Chapel.


 
Step 1 of 3: Planning for Baptism:

 Click here for Spanish: Bautismo-(Español)

  • Your child must be between the ages of 0-6 years old
  • Select Godparents:
  • A godparent who is 16 years of age or older, baptized, confirmed, and a practicing Catholic, single or married in the Catholic Church.
  • Children are only required to have one Godparent, but if there are two; one must be male and the other female.
  • Note : In addition to a Catholic godparent, a Christian Witness is allowed if they are a baptized and practicing Christian. A second Catholic godparent is also allowed
  • There is a $25 administrative fee per child (fee does not include voluntary Priest/Deacon Stipend) which covers the following:
  • Baptism Certificate
  • Baptism Stole
  • Baptism Candle
  • Holy Water Bottle
  • If you are ready to request a baptism please   HERE  

 

Step 2 of 3: Attend a Baptismal Preperation Class

Baptismal preparation:

English: 2nd Saturday of each month, 10 am – Noon in the Riffle Center, Queen of Peace Room

Spanish: 2nd Friday of each month, 7-9 pm in the Riffle Center, Queen of Peace Room


  • Parents and Godparents/Christian Witnesses must attend a Baptism Preparation class, either locally or outside the Boise metro area, before the Baptism can be scheduled. If this class has been taken, it must have been within the past year.
  • To register for a class at St. John's, please call the parish office 208-342-3511 or email carolinac@boisecathedral.org
  • Already taken a class in the last year or taken the class at another parish?  Please provide a photo or copy of your certificate/letter of attendance.

 


Step 3 of 3: Birth Certificate & Setting the Baptismal Date

 

  • Please send a copy of your Child's Birth certificate to carolinac@boisecathedral.org or deliver a copy to the Parish Office.
  • Once all of the steps are fulfilled, we are ready to set the date for the baptism.  We will reach out to you via email or phone call.  If you do not hear from us within 3 business days, please feel free to contact the parish office: 208-342-3511 


Baptismal Coordinator: Carolina 208-342-3511 or carolinac@boisecathedral.org


Children: Over the age of 7 years old

Children after the age of 7 years old will have to attend preparatory classes, known as Order of Christian Initiation for Children (OCIC). To find out more click on> Becoming Catholic-Youth . 

 

Adults

Unbaptized adults who wish to become Catholic can attend the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA), which begins in mid-September and concludes at Easter. Participants will take classes to learn about the Sacraments of Initiation. After sufficient reflection on their decision to enter the Catholic Church, these adults will be baptized during the Easter Vigil.. To find out more, click on- Becoming Catholic-Adult .