Baptism Information
We are delighted that you are considering Baptism for your child and look forward to welcoming your family into our parish community.
Baptism Times
Baptisms are celebrated by Deacon Vince Barclay at the following times:
St John Vianney Church, Waramanga – Second Sunday of each month at 10.30am
St Jude’s Church, Holder – Fourth Saturday of each month at 11.30am
Once your completed registration form has been received, the Parish Office will contact you to confirm your Baptism date.
Fr Loi is available to celebrate baptisms at other times upon request.
Baptism Preparation
If the parents of the baptism candidate have not attended a Baptism Preparation Session within the past five years, we ask that one or both parents attend a preparation session prior to the Baptism. We also ask baptism candidates aged 7 and older to attend.
Preparation sessions are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm at St John Vianney Church, Waramanga. Please contact the parish office to register.
Donation
To help cover the costs associated with preparing and celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism, families are asked to make a contribution of $100 per child.
Welcome and Blessing at Mass
In the month leading up to the Baptism, Father Loi invites the baptism candidate, parents, family members, and Godparents (if desired) to attend a weekend parish Mass for a special welcome and blessing.
During the Mass, your child will be presented to the parish community, usually following the homily. This welcome should take place at least one weekend before the Baptism.
Weekend Mass Times
Saturday – 5.00pm, St Jude’s Church, Holder
Sunday – 9.00am, St John Vianney Church, Waramanga
Sunday – 5.00pm, St Jude’s Church, Holder
Please arrive a few minutes before Mass and introduce yourselves to Father Loi.
Parish Census Form
Families who live within the Weston Creek–South Molonglo Parish are encouraged to complete a Parish Census Form. This helps us maintain accurate parish records and ensures your child’s sacramental records are kept up to date.
How to register
To complete your Baptism registration, please:
Complete and return a Baptism Registration Form.
Provide a copy of your child's Birth Certificate
Arrange the Baptism donation. Please see registration form for instructions.
Attend a weekend Mass for the welcome and blessing
If applicable, please also:
Attend a Baptism Preparation Session
Complete and return a Parish Census Form