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Baptism is the gateway to the sacraments and necessary for salvation by actual reception or at least by desire, is validly conferred only by a washing of true water with the proper form of words.
Through baptism, men are freed from sin, are born again as children of God, and incorporated into the Church, are configured to Christ by an indelible character. Children over 7 years of age and adults who wish to receive the sacrament of Baptism must receive catechism and go through a period of discernment before receiving the sacrament of Baptism. They must enroll in the RCIA or Christian Initiation of Adults program. Weekly meetings generally begin in October to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Baptism during the Easter Vigil.

Baptism of Children
To baptize a child under the age of 7 at St. Mary of the Valley Parish, you must live within the parish boundaries, or be registered as a parishioner or obtain authorization from the parish that corresponds to your address. The child's parents or at least one of them or the person who legitimately takes their place must give their consent for the child to be baptized and there must be a reasonable hope that the child will be educated in the Catholic faith. Regular participation in Sunday Mass is the clearest way to cement the hope that the child will be educated in the practice of the Catholic faith. If that hope is altogether absent and the child is not in immediate danger of death, the celebration of the baptism will be deferred.

Baptisms at St. Mary of the Valley are celebrated on the second and fourth Saturday of the month at 11:00 in the morning. There are no baptisms during the Lenten season. It is essential that the celebration of baptism be properly prepared. Parents and godparents must be instructed about the meaning of the sacrament and the obligations inherent to their functions.

PARENTS PREPARATION AND OBLIGATIONS
For the grace of Baptism to unfold, the parents’ help is important. A child is not admitted to baptism without the consent of both parents.

PARENTS ARE REQUIRED TO DO THE FOLLOWING:
  • Fill out a Baptism Registration form.
  • Submit a copy of the child’s birth certificate
  • Submit written permission from the parish in which you reside or worship, if other than St. Mary of the Valley.
  • Attend a Baptism Class. See below for Baptism Classes at St. Mary of the Valley.
  • Choose godparents who will participate in the Catholic formation of their child.
  • Have godparents submit proof of their own baptism and confirmation.
  • Educate their children in their faith, especially by the way they live their own baptismal calling.

BAPTISM CLASS
Baptism classes at St. Mary of the Valley are held the first Saturday every two month in Spanish. Classes begin promptly at 8:00 am in the Parish Hall. Please arrive 15 minutes before.

The Parish Hall is located at 601 W Columbia St, Monroe WA 98272. Beside the church, next to the Mary's Garden.

When classes are taken in another Parish, a certificate or statement from that church must be presented stating the date of the class.

PARISH CONTACT
Tel: (360) 794-8945
Fax: (360) 805-0201
Email: smvm@stmaryvalley.org

GODPARENTS PREPARATION AND OBLIGATIONS
The role of the godfather and godmother is also important. They are chosen by the parents of the child to be baptized. They should be firm believers, able and ready to help the newly baptized to grow in their Catholic faith.

Church law requires that a godparent or sponsor be at least sixteen years old, have received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation, and be a practicing Catholic.  A catholic person who has not completed his/her Christian initiation (that is, has not received First Communion and Confirmation), or if they are not catholic, they may serve as Christian witnesses but not as godparents.

Godparents or sponsors must submit proof of their own baptism and confirmation.
Godparents must attend, together with the parents, a Baptism preparation class, preferably at St. Mary of the Valley Catholic Church. See below for Baptism classes at St. Mary of the Valley Church.

Only one godparent or sponsor is required. If there are two, there should be one of each sex. If one of the godparents cannot be present in person, he or she may appoint another person to represent him or her by proxy.


COST
The sacraments, like baptism, are free of charge. However, we ask for a payment of $70.00 per child, to cover administrative expenses.. We kindly ask you to make your the payment when you complete the registration form for baptism.


REGISTRATION FOR BAPTISM
The baby is not considered registered for Baptism until ALL requirements are fulfilled, and then the date for the baptism will be confirmed. It is your responsibility to make sure all the requirements are completed at the stipulated times.

BAPTISM DATES

2022
October 8 & 22 at 11:00 am
November 12 & 26 at 11:00 am

2023
January 28 at 11:00 am
April 22 at 11:00 am
May 13 & 27 at 11:00 am
June 10 & 24 at 11:00 am
July 22 at 11:00 am
Agosto 26 at 11:00 am
September 23 at 11:00 am
October 14 & 28 at 11:00 am
November 11 & 25 at 11:00 am



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BAPTISM CLASSES IN SPANISH

Sábado - septiembre 17, 2022
Sábado- noviembre 5, 2022
Sabado- enero 7, 2023
Sabado-marzo 4, 2023
Sabado- mayo 6, 2023
Sabado - julio 1, 2023
Sabado-septiembre 2, 2023
Sabado-noviembre 4, 2023
 

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  • HOME
  • Calendar
  • MASSES
    • Times
    • Reconciliation
  • CONTACT US
    • Phone & Fax
    • Email
    • Directions
    • Register
    • Feedback
  • ABOUT US
    • History
    • Mission
    • Office Hours
    • Staff
    • Register
    • Directions
  • SACRAMENTS
    • Baptism
  • LITURGY
    • Confessions
    • Mass Times
    • Adoration
  • FAITH FORMATION
    • C.L.O.W
    • VBS 2021
    • United Youth Group
    • REVIVE Young Adult Group
    • FORMED
    • Resources
  • PARISH LIFE
    • Events
    • Calendar
    • Parish Bulletin
    • Parish Picture Album
  • STEWARDSHIP
    • TREASURE >
      • Yearly Pledge
      • Annual Catholic Appeal
      • Mary Bloom Center
      • St. Vincent de Paul
    • TIME
    • TALENT >
      • Parish Council
      • Building Committee
      • Mary and Martha
      • Knights of Columbus
      • Saint Vincent de Paul
      • Stewardship Council
      • Gift Shop
  • MAKE A DONATION NOW
    • To the Parish
    • ACA 2022
    • Cena Show
    • CCS Appeal for the Poor
  • Volunteer
  • JOB OPPORTUNITIES
    • PA FAITH FORMATION
    • CHANCERY & OTHER PARISH OPENINGS