Baptism For Children
Ascension Catholic Parish offers three Baptism Programs

Infant Baptism  - newborn to age 6 information below

Baptism for Children Who Are of A Catechetical Age
​Baptism for Children who are age 7 and older please click here
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Sacraments for Teens - grades 7-12
Baptism for children who are in grades 7 to 12 please click here 

Baptism for Infants please read the information below

Baptism is the first step into your Child's faith journey. The following guidelines are presented to help you embark upon this journey of faith with Christ and His Church. 

In preparation for the Baptism, Ascension Catholic Parish requires the following paperwork: 

• Baptism Registration Form
• Parish Registration Form - Please register your family on our website.
• Copy of child's Birth Certificate
• Copy of a parents Catholic Baptismal Certificate 
• Godparents
  • ​Families can choose one or two Godparents, one male and one female. One has to be a practicing Confirmed Catholic and the second can be Catholic or of a Christian Faith.
  • Catholic Godparents - please submit a copy of their Confirmation Certificate.
  • Christian Godparents - please submit a copy of their Baptism Certificates 
• Non-Catholic Parents, Permission to Baptize Form - emailed upon receiving the registration
• ​Non-Catholic Parents Commitment of Faith Form - emailed upon receiving the registration

Baptism Preparation
Required for families with two or less children. 

Belonging - Family Online Course
Families are to participate in Belonging, an online Pre-Baptism course in their homes. The fee for the course is $20.00 Payment can be made by E-Transfer to [email protected] Please put Baptism and your families name in the note section. Upon receiving your registration and payment, the course information will be emailed to you.

Baptism In Person Class

• Classes are on the following dates:
  • ​February 25th 
  • March 18th 
  • April No Class
  • May 27th
  • June 24th
  • July No Class
  • August 26th 
• ​Baptism Classes are at Ascension Catholic Parish,  1100 Berkshire Blvd. NW, Calgary
• Classes time: 6:00-7:00pm
• Only need to attend one class
• Godparents are welcomed to attend the Preparation Class

Sacrament of Baptism
Ascension Catholic Parish offers Baptism's on Saturday's at 10:00am and Sunday's at 2:30pm. The Sacrament Coordinator will set up the Baptism date with you once the requirements are completed.

Our Catholic Community welcomes you and we are here to support you and your family as you embark upon this journey of faith with Christ and His Church.  If you have any questions please contact the office at 403.275.2240 ext.6 or [email protected] 

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