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Sarah Secksseckchristthekingcatholic.churchCoordinator of Family Ministry -
Deacon Michael Loefflermloefflerchristthekingcatholic.churchDeacon
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Baptismsacrament
A child is a precious gift from God. We welcome this child into our communion of faith as the waters of Baptism cleanse away original sin and bring the life of God into the child.
For additional information regarding scheduling a baptism at the Parish of Christ the King, please contact Sarah Seck, coordinator of family ministry.HOW TO GET BAPTIZED:
STEP 1: Register to begin the process.STEP 2: Meet with Sarah Seck, coordinator of family ministry, to pick up materials for at-home preparation and schedule the baptism date.
STEP 3: Complete the first two lessons within the program. (Christ the King utilizes Pathways Formation Suite. The baptism curriculum is called "Claim.")
STEP 4: Attend the in-person meeting.
STEP 5: Finish at-home lessons and have Godparents complete the required paperwork/registration. Godparents must be practicing Catholics who are at least 16 years of age and must have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. If married, the godparent must be married in the Catholic Church.
- GODPARENT REGISTRATION
- If the Godparents are not registered parishioners of Christ the King, the Godparents will need to fill out the Certificate of Eligibility for Catholic Godparents. Please print it out and return it to the parish office.
*Resource: The What, Why, and How of GodparentsAdditional Information
- Baptisms are usually held in the Mary, Queen of Peace Chapel, which accommodates approximately 40 people. Times for Baptisms depend upon the availability of the chapel and the schedule of the officiating priest or deacon.
- A Baptism candle and white Baptismal garment will be supplied by the Parish of Christ the King. If your child will be wearing a traditional white christening gown, the garment may simply be placed over the gown.
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