"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them
to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." MT 28:19-20 Infant baptism is a sign
of God’s desire to give us “more than all we can ask or imagine” (Ephesians 3:20). Obviously, the tiny baby cannot ask for or even imagine the richness
of new life in God. It is a gift, one so precious that, by its very nature, it calls for a response. In the case of infant baptism, the immediate response of joy,
gratitude and commitment is offered by the parents, the godparents and the entire Christian community.
to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." MT 28:19-20 Infant baptism is a sign
of God’s desire to give us “more than all we can ask or imagine” (Ephesians 3:20). Obviously, the tiny baby cannot ask for or even imagine the richness
of new life in God. It is a gift, one so precious that, by its very nature, it calls for a response. In the case of infant baptism, the immediate response of joy,
gratitude and commitment is offered by the parents, the godparents and the entire Christian community.
We, as Church, believe it is our duty to offer you, as parents, the opportunity to fully understand the commitment you are undertaking for your child and yourselves through the Sacrament of Baptism.
Baptisms at Corpus Christi are a two step process. Once these steps are completed you will be contacted by Cristy Sullivan, Executive Assistant to the Pastor, to schedule your baptism. Step One: Attend a Baptismal Preparation Class regardless if you have attended one previously. These classes are help at 9 am on the first Saturday of the month in Holy Family Hall North. Form can be found here.
Step Two: Print and complete the Godparent Endorsement Form along with a Letter of Good Standing from the Godparents current parish. Form can be found here.
Baptisms at Corpus Christi are a two step process. Once these steps are completed you will be contacted by Cristy Sullivan, Executive Assistant to the Pastor, to schedule your baptism. Step One: Attend a Baptismal Preparation Class regardless if you have attended one previously. These classes are help at 9 am on the first Saturday of the month in Holy Family Hall North. Form can be found here.
Step Two: Print and complete the Godparent Endorsement Form along with a Letter of Good Standing from the Godparents current parish. Form can be found here.
Baptism Dates for 2020-2021
All baptisms are held at 5 pm on Saturdays and 11:30 am on Sundays.
April 10
May 8/9
June 13/14
All baptisms are held at 5 pm on Saturdays and 11:30 am on Sundays.
April 10
May 8/9
June 13/14
Safety Guidelines During the Pandemic ( Effective August 2020)
While we are practicing safe practices during the COVID-19 pandemic. We assure you that your and your families safety is our concern. Please read the attached COVID-19 Guidelines for Baptismal Preparation Class here. Baptism Prep Class COVID-19 Guidelines.
We are practicing safe practices during the COVID -19 pandemic. We assure you that your and your families safety is our concern. Please read the attached COVID-19 Baptisms in the church here. Baptism COVID-19 Guidelines.
While we are practicing safe practices during the COVID-19 pandemic. We assure you that your and your families safety is our concern. Please read the attached COVID-19 Guidelines for Baptismal Preparation Class here. Baptism Prep Class COVID-19 Guidelines.
We are practicing safe practices during the COVID -19 pandemic. We assure you that your and your families safety is our concern. Please read the attached COVID-19 Baptisms in the church here. Baptism COVID-19 Guidelines.
Baptism Information and Requirements
Infants - Children 6 years old
The Church requires formation and catechesis for parents in preparation for the baptism of their children. Only one class is required. Baptism Preparation Classes are held the first Saturday of the month at 9:00 am in Holy Family Hall North. Baptism class lasts approximately 1 hour. All families are required to attend a class regardless if you have taken one in the past.
You may register for class online by clicking this link: LINK
Parent(s) must be members of the parish or must receive permission from their home parish for a baptism to be performed at Corpus Christi. Baptisms are celebrated at Corpus Christi on the second weekend of the month. Once all requirements are completed you will be contacted by Cristy Sullivan, Executive Assistant to the Pastor to schedule the baptism.
You may complete the Baptismal Information form by clicking this link: LINK
Godparents, who are Catholic, will be required to submit the following:
A letter from their Parish stating they are a registered and active member.
Complete the Godparent Endorsement Form. Please refer to the guidelines listed below when choosing your child's Godparents.
Archdiocesan policies for Godparents:
At least one godparent is required for Baptism.
There is to be only one male, or one female godparent, or one of each.
Godparents are to be designated by the parent(s) or guardian. They are to be Catholic and have completed their 16th year. They are to have been
a) confirmed
b) received their first Holy Communion
c) not bound by canonical penalty
d) not the father and mother of the child.
A baptized person who belongs to a non-Catholic ecclesial community is to participate only together with a Catholic godparent and then as a Christian witness to the baptism and
A non-baptized person may never be a godparent. Children - 3rd thru 8th Grade
The RCIC (Conversion) program is for students in 3rd- 8th grades who need to make their First Reconciliation and/or First Holy Communion. Please contact Kristi Gosser, Director of Religious Education at: 785-843-6286 or re@cccparish.org for more information.
High School Students and Adults
Adolescents and adults are prepared for Baptism through a process called the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA). Please check contact Kristi Gosser, Director of Religious Education at: 785-843-6286 or re@cccparish.org for more information.
Infants - Children 6 years old
The Church requires formation and catechesis for parents in preparation for the baptism of their children. Only one class is required. Baptism Preparation Classes are held the first Saturday of the month at 9:00 am in Holy Family Hall North. Baptism class lasts approximately 1 hour. All families are required to attend a class regardless if you have taken one in the past.
You may register for class online by clicking this link: LINK
Parent(s) must be members of the parish or must receive permission from their home parish for a baptism to be performed at Corpus Christi. Baptisms are celebrated at Corpus Christi on the second weekend of the month. Once all requirements are completed you will be contacted by Cristy Sullivan, Executive Assistant to the Pastor to schedule the baptism.
You may complete the Baptismal Information form by clicking this link: LINK
Godparents, who are Catholic, will be required to submit the following:
A letter from their Parish stating they are a registered and active member.
Complete the Godparent Endorsement Form. Please refer to the guidelines listed below when choosing your child's Godparents.
Archdiocesan policies for Godparents:
At least one godparent is required for Baptism.
There is to be only one male, or one female godparent, or one of each.
Godparents are to be designated by the parent(s) or guardian. They are to be Catholic and have completed their 16th year. They are to have been
a) confirmed
b) received their first Holy Communion
c) not bound by canonical penalty
d) not the father and mother of the child.
A baptized person who belongs to a non-Catholic ecclesial community is to participate only together with a Catholic godparent and then as a Christian witness to the baptism and
A non-baptized person may never be a godparent. Children - 3rd thru 8th Grade
The RCIC (Conversion) program is for students in 3rd- 8th grades who need to make their First Reconciliation and/or First Holy Communion. Please contact Kristi Gosser, Director of Religious Education at: 785-843-6286 or re@cccparish.org for more information.
High School Students and Adults
Adolescents and adults are prepared for Baptism through a process called the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA). Please check contact Kristi Gosser, Director of Religious Education at: 785-843-6286 or re@cccparish.org for more information.