Baptism for Infants (Newborn to 6 years old)

Guidelines

You must be a registered parishioner of Holy Spirit Catholic Community for three months prior to the baptismal date. To register for the parish click here.
Complete the online Baptism Registration Form.
Attend a Baptism Preparation 2-part Workshop at Holy Spirit within the past three years and at least two weeks prior to the Baptism Ceremony Date. Classes are held three times a year, and meet from 7:00-8:30pm on week nights, and if it falls on a Saturday, from 10-11:30am.
Both parents are expected to attend this adult’s only workshop.
To register complete the online Baptism Preparation Workshop Registration.
Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st and 2nd Sunday of each month except during Lent. Up to four children are baptized at one celebration. (subject to change)

Godparents

One male godparent and one female godparent or just one according to canon law.
Must have received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation.
At least 16 years old and a practicing Catholic. Click here for eligibility form. Must be received in Liturgy Office 2 weeks prior to baptism.
Must submit a copy of confirmation certificate along with the eligibility form – 2 weeks ahead.
Parents may not be godparents.

Proxy

When a godparent cannot be present on the date of baptism, a proxy may be used.
The proxy must submit their own paperwork. That paperwork is due two weeks ahead of the scheduled baptism. The paperwork is the godparent eligibility form along with a copy of their confirmation certificate.
If a proxy cannot obtain their paperwork due to an emergency, a parish proxy will be utilized.

Christian Witness

A baptized person who belongs to a non-Catholic, Christian church can be a Christian witness to the baptism provided there is one Catholic godparent who meets the above requirements. Click here for Christian Witness form.
Must submit the eligibility form – 2 weeks ahead.
A baptized Catholic MAY NOT be a Christian witness.

NOTE: A Catholic who does not meet all of the above requirements may not be a godparent or a witness.

For questions regarding infant baptisms please contact the Parish Office by phone 630.922.0081 ext 230 or email welcome@hscc.us.

Available Baptism Dates

2022
August 7, 14
September 4, 11
October 2, 9
November 6, 13
December 4, 11

2023
January 8
February 5, 12
May 7, 14
June 4, 11

There is a $100 fee to help cover church costs. Checks made out to Holy Spirit Catholic Community. A free will offering is suggested for the officiant of the Baptism.

Non-Infant Baptism (7 years and older)

Please contact Roberta Balsewicz at 630.922.0081 ext 234 or by email rcia@hscc.us for more information so that we can personally connect with you to create an individualized plan to welcome you into the Church!