The Sacrament of Baptism is the first sacrament of initiation of a catholic. The Catholic Church believes and teaches that Baptism is a sacrament, recognition of the life of Christ in the infant and a welcoming into this Christian faith and community. As a sacrament, it brings with it responsibilities and commitments to share the gift of faith. For an infant, that faith and commitment must come from the parents and sponsors.

The sacrament reflects the need for parents to publicly commit themselves to sustaining and nourishing the child's faith. It is this public decision of the parents, supported and modeled by the Godparents, following study and reflection that is celebrated.

Baptisms are scheduled on the second Sunday of each month after the 10:00 AM mass.  In preparation of the sacrament, parents are required to participate in the Parent Preparation Program before the baptism of the child.  Our Parent Preparation Program is held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.  Attendance at Sunday mass on the day of the baptism is a necessary part of the sacrament.  Please call the Parish Office at (815) 725-1527 to schedule your child's baptism. We look forward to serving you.

Baptism Preparation Form


REQUIREMENTS FOR GODPARENTS FOR YOUR CHILD As stqted in Canon 874 und required by the Diocese of Joliet: Must be at least 16 years of age. Must be a baptized Catholic who has completed the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. May not be the parent of the child being baptized. If married, must be married in the Catholic Church, regularly attending mass on Sunday, and living their Faith. The two godparents do not have to be married to one another. A baptized non-catholic may not be a godparent but may serve as a witness along with a Catholic godparent.