Through Baptism, we are born of water and the Spirit, anointed with sacred chrism oil, enlightened to be the light of the world, and clothed in a white garment to show that we have put on Christ.

Through the Sacrament of Baptism, we become part of the family of God and members of our parish’s faith community. Participation in a Baptism preparation class is required for parents wishing to have a child baptized who is under catechetical age, which is 7 years old. This class will clarify the roles of parents, godparents, and the various symbols that are used within the baptismal ceremony. Baptismal families need to be active, registered members of the parish. Baptisms are typically held on the first, third and fourth Sundays of the month at 9 am.

​If parents from another parish wish to have their young child baptized here at St. Jude, they must meet the requirements of their parish for Baptism and submit a letter of permission from their parish to the Pastoral Associate before the date of baptism.

Godparent Information

The godparent’s duty is not only to be present for the celebration of the sacrament, but it is a lifelong responsibility to help the baptized lead a Christian life in harmony with Baptism, and to fulfill faithfully the obligation connected with it (can. 872).

• They must be at least 16 years old, have received holy Eucharist and already confirmed.
• They may not be the father or mother of the one to be baptized (cc 874, 1; 893).
• If they cannot be present a proxy may be named.
• A baptized person belonging to a non-Catholic ecclesial community may be admitted as a witness to Baptism but only along with a Catholic godparent (can. 874, 2).
• You must have at least one godparent/sponsor.

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For additional information on Baptism classes and available dates for registration, please contact Christie Denzer at 317-786-4371 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.