Baptism
Welcome Your Child Into the Life of Christ
The Baptism of a child is a joyful and sacred moment for your family and for the entire Church.
St. Genevieve Catholic Church is honored to walk with parents as they prepare to bring their child forward to receive the Sacrament of Baptism.
Through Baptism, we are welcomed into the family of God and begin our life in Christ and His Church.
Preparing for Baptism
Preparing for your child's Baptism is an important part of welcoming them into the Catholic faith.
St. Genevieve provides Baptism preparation to help parents understand the meaning of the Sacrament and their responsibility to raise their child in the faith. Families are encouraged to begin the preparation process before the birth of their baby.
For current preparation requirements, Baptism dates, and scheduling information, please review St. Genevieve's Baptism Policy or contact the parish.
Begin the Baptism Process
1. CONTACT THE PARISH OFFICE
Contact St. Genevieve to begin preparing for your child's Baptism and receive guidance on the parish's registration and preparation process.
Baptism Contact: Agnes Malveaux
Email: info@stgens.net
Parish Office: 337-234-5147
2. COMPLETE BAPTISM PREPARATION
Families preparing for Baptism should complete and return St. Genevieve's Baptismal Registration Form below or online.
3. PLAN FOR YOUR CHILD’S BAPTISM
Parents are required to complete the applicable Baptism preparation requirements established by the parish and Diocese of Lafayette.
The Baptism Policy provides information about preparation courses, godparent eligibility, required documentation, and other steps necessary before scheduling the Sacrament.
Choosing Godparents
Godparents are chosen to support parents in raising their child in the Catholic faith.
Godparents are chosen to support parents in raising their child in the Catholic faith and to serve as witnesses to a life of faith.
The Catholic Church establishes requirements for those serving as godparents. Families should review St. Genevieve's Baptism Policy before selecting sponsors for their child's Baptism.
Baptismal Registration Form
Please complete the following information to begin registering your child for Baptism at St. Genevieve Catholic Church.
The child's full name should be entered exactly as it appears on the birth certificate.
Baptismal Registration Form
Adult Baptism
Adults interested in Baptism or becoming Catholic are invited to learn more about the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).
QUESTIONS ABOUT BAPTISM?
For questions about preparing for or scheduling a Baptism at St. Genevieve, please contact Agnes Malveaux.
Agnes Malveaux
Baptism Contact
Email:
info@stgens.net
Parish Office:
337-234-5147
St. Genevieve Catholic Church
417 E. Simcoe Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
