For Catholics, the Sacrament of Baptism is the first step in a lifelong journey of commitment and discipleship. Whether we are baptized as infants or adults, Baptism is the Church’s way of celebrating and enacting the embrace of God.
In person Pre Jordan classes are suspended until March. You may take an online Pre Jordan certification course called "Belonging" by clicking here. There is a small fee of $9.95 for the online course. Please be sure to print the certificate at the end and turn it in with your other paperwork.
Are there any requirements in order to have my child baptized at Our Lady of Grace?
You are required to be a registered parishioner of Our Lady of Grace Parish to have your child Baptized here. We ask that as an adult with a child you register as an indiviual household and not under your parents parish registration. This is true even if you are still living with your parents. If you need to register you may fill out the form here and take/mail it to the IHM Center (338 Hulmeville Ave., Penndel, PA 19047). If you live outside Our Lady of Grace's parish boundaries but have a personal connection with a registered parishioner (i.e. grandparents are members of the parish) you are still able to have your child baptized here. In this case, a letter must be received from the your own parish granting permission for the Baptism to be performed here. All parents are required to attend a Pre-Jordan class.
Is there a cost to have my child baptized?
The Church does not charge a fee for Baptism. If however you wish to give the parish a donation, $50.00 is suggested.
Who can be a godparent?
Church law requires that there is at least one godparent for the child baptized. Here are the requirements for a godparent:
Can a non-Catholic be a godparent?
No, only a Catholic can be a godparent because they are asked to promise to help support raising the child in the Catholic faith. A non-Catholic baptized Christian can serve as official “Christian Witness” to the baptism as long as there is one Catholic godparent. A non-baptized person cannot be a godparent or witness.
What if the godparents can’t come to the actual celebration?
You can have a proxy stand in for the godparent(s). Please let the staff know so they can record the name of the actual sponsor on the certificate.
When are Pre-Jordan Classes at Our Lady of Grace?
Pre-Jordan Classes take place on the First Sunday of each month beginning at 11:30 PM in the Chapel, located in the church. In person classes are on hold due to Covid-19, until then you may take an online certification course called Belonging by clicking here. There is a small fee of $9.95 for the online class. Please be sure to print the certificate at the end and turn it in with your other paperwork.
When are Baptisms at Our Lady of Grace?
Baptisms take place on most Sundays of each month beginning at 11:30 AM and 12:00 PM in the church, (try to be in the church 10 minutes beforehand). Please call the Office of Religious Education at #215-757-5530 to reserve a day and time. Only one Baptism (Family) per time.
May I take pictures?
Pictures are allowed, but please be respectful during the Sacrament.
Please contact:
Christine Flack, Director of Religious Education
300 Hulmeville Avenue
Penndel, PA 19047
Phone: (215)-757-5530
Email: dre@olg1.org