We are thrilled you are choosing to have your child baptized in the Catholic Church! We love welcoming families desiring to fulfill their right & duty to educate their child(ren) in our Catholic faith & fostering a home that evangelizes their children (CCC 2221-2228). We look forward to preparing your family for the Sacrament of Baptism & growing our community of faith! Please read the below steps:
Important: If you are not a parishioner of Holy Name Catholic Church and live outside of Routt County, you will need to receive preparation from your local parish as well as a signed letter of permission from your pastor to receive the Sacrament of Baptism for your child are Holy Name.
**These steps are for a children under age 7. If you are seeking the sacrament of Baptism for someone over age 7, call our office for options. Adults may participate in our Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) process. Children and youth may participate in our Family Faith Formation.
This form includes basic contact information, child & parent information, and some Godparent information. If you don't know some of the information, you will be able to edit or make additions to the form later.
We need your full names (& mother's maiden names) because this is what is entered into the Book of Sacraments both digitally & handwritten.
Regarding the selecting of Godparents, choose the best teachers practicing our Catholic faith to help you evangelize your child. Pray about it!