Before you bring your child forward to receive the Sacrament of Baptism, the Parish wants to make sure you have all the resources you will need to raise your child in the Catholic Faith.
 We want you to know that we are partners with you for this journey.
The Baptism Preparation Class opens the dialog between Parish and Parents.  We look forward to walking beside you in this journey of Faith.

PLANNING YOUR CHILD'S BAPTISM AT ST. JOSEPH PARISH

Congratulations on the birth of your child: we wish you and your family all of God’s blessings!

Often the Baptism of a child is an opportunity to connect or reconnect with the church community. If you are not registered with our Parish, you may begin that process as well: Please contact baptisms@stjbabylon.org by e-mail or you may phone Toni at our Parish Office at 631.669.0068, ext 110.

FAQs

When can I baptize my baby or child at St. Joseph?
Baptisms are by scheduled appointment on Sundays throughout the year.  We celebrate our Baptisms each Sunday at 1:45pm in the Church and on Saturdays at 1:00pm in the Church.

Is there a preparation class for parents before the actual baptism ceremony?
Yes.  If this is your first child or it's been more than 5 years since you had another child baptized your would be required to attend a Baptism Preparation Class. ****As of January 2022 - Virtual classes are being offered via ZOOM.  Otherwise, these classes are held here at the Parish Center on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00pm for parents and on some Saturday mornings; Godparents are always welcome to attend too!  
Please contact Barbara McNulty for more information: 631-669-0068 ext 108 (bmcnulty@stjbabylon.org)

What if I have baptized another child at St. Joseph Parish during the last three years?
Please tell our Parish Office Staff member, who will direct you accordingly.

What if my baby was baptized in the hospital under emergency conditions: what do I do?
Just inform our Parish Office Staff member when registering : your baby will not be baptized again, but will celebrate the baptismal anointings and the other ceremonies with other babies being baptized.

Can a Jewish or Muslim or another non-baptized person be a godparent for a Catholic baptism?
No. Each child needs at least one godparent who is a baptized Roman Catholic who has also already received Communion and Confirmation. Further, if a family desires two godparents for their child: one must be male and the other female; in addition, one must be a baptized Roman Catholic, and the other may be a Christian witness, who is a baptized member of a Christian church.

If you have further questions, please speak with a Parish Office Staff member.