Welcome to the Sacrament of Baptism
Welcome to the Baptism page of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Grande Prairie, AB. We are honored that you have chosen to celebrate this special sacrament with us. Our goal is to provide a meaningful and enriching Baptism experience for your child and entire family. At St. Joseph Catholic Church, we understand the significance of the Sacrament of Baptism in the life of a Catholic.
“Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as children of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission”
1. Fill out a Baptismal Information Form
You may download this form here, complete it in your computer and email it to the parish office at sjc-church@gpcsd.ca. Forms are also available at the parish office. Click here to download: Baptism Information Form.
A copy of the Baptism certificate of one parent and both Godparents (at least one practicing Catholic) is necessary.
At least one parent must be a Baptized Catholic to ensure that the child will be brought up in the Catholic faith, and provide a copy of their baptism certificate.
2. Choose Godparents
Prerequisites for Godparents
Usually there are two Godparents, at least one must be:
- Baptized and Confirmed Catholic (need to provide copy of baptism certificate)
- At least sixteen years of age
- One male and/or one female, although one Godparent is sufficient
- Practicing their faith and a prayer life centered in the Eucharist
- Willing to help educate and nurture the Catholic faith to the child
- Willing to develop a spiritual relationship with your child throughout their lives
A baptized person who belongs to a non-Catholic community may participate, along with a Catholic godparent, as a Christian witness of the baptism.
3. Provide Baptismal Certificates
A copy of the Baptism certificate of one parent and both Godparents (at least one practicing Catholic) is necessary.
At least one parent must be a Baptized Catholic to ensure that the child will be brought up in the Catholic faith, and provide a copy of their baptism certificate.
4. Parent Preparation
Parents are asked to attend a preparatory class prior to the baptism.
Please call the office for more information: 780-532-2351.
5. Baptism Celebration
Baptisms happen on Sundays, at 2 pm.
Baptisms will be scheduled once steps 3 & 4 are completed.
Some Thoughts on Baptism
Make the time of preparation for your child’s baptism a spiritual one, a strengthening of your faith, a refresher for your own relationship with the Lord and to be greater
Baptism Resources
For the Sacrament of Baptism at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Grande Prairie, parents are invited to watch the series “Reborn” on FORMED. (If you are not already connected to