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​​Congratulations!

We are happy that you have expressed a desire to have your child baptized into the St. John Vianney Church Community. To help you prepare for your child's initiation into God's family, our parish offers:
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Infant Baptisms

For children 0 to 6 years old, please follow the steps listed below.
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Baptism for Children

For children who are in the 1st grade through 8th grade. Since children of this age are old enough to understand and learn about the Sacrament, a series of Baptism classes are required for the child as well as the parent.
Please contact the Office of Religious Education for more information 626-330-2269, ask for Becky Cerda
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Baptism for Teenagers

For children in High School, Please contact the Office of Religious Education for more information
626-330-2269, ask for Becky Cerda

Baptism for Adults

For adults seeking a full initiation into the Catholic Church, including Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, visit the RCIA Webpage for more information or contact Gina Zepeda, R.C.I.A. Coordinator 626-330-2269 ext. 230

Baptismal Process for Infants and Children

  1. Please download and complete the Pre-Baptism Letter and Interview Form and the Godparent Form.

  2. Bring the completed forms along with a copy of the child's Birth Certificate to the Corpus Christi Center (parish office). You also have the option to email these forms to fespinoza@sjvhh.org or fax them to the office at 626-330-0220. A Birth Certificate is required to begin the process, sorry we do not accept hospital certificates.
  3. Begin to think about the persons you will invite to be Godparents for your child. Remember you are inviting this "special person" to walk with your child along his/her spiritual journey. The godparents you choose must be good Christian role models, consistently active in their own parish. At least ONE godparent must be a practicing Catholic who:
       a) Has received the three Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.
       b) Over the age of 16.
       c    )  If married, be married in the Catholic Church.
           d) A practicing member in good-standing in the Catholic Church, who lives a life in harmony with the faith.
      
       Only one godparent is necessary. The other godparent, if not a Catholic must be a baptized Christian. 
       Any additional questions regarding godparents can be discussed during the Pre-Baptism Interview.
  4. The parents and godparents of the child will be required to attend an online class hosted by the Archdiocese and submit their certificates of completion.
  5. You will be contacted via email by the Religious Education Team with further instructions after your Baptism Request has been received.

God bless you and your families as you prepare for the Sacrament of baptism for your child.

St. John Vianney Priests and Staff
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