ASCENSION CATHOLIC PARISH
Ph: 403.275.2240
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​​​1100 Berkshire Blvd NW, Calgary, AB T3K 3M3​​
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  • Home
  • GIVING
  • On Going Events
  • BULLETINS
  • VOLUNTEER
  • SACRAMENTS
    • BAPTISM
    • BAPTISM FOR SCHOOL AGED
    • FIRST RECONCILIATION & FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
    • CONFIRMATION
    • SACRAMENT FOR TEENS
    • RCIA
    • MARRIAGE
    • HOLY ORDERS/VOCATIONS
    • ANOINTING OF THE SICK
    • FUNERAL
  • TEAMS/GROUPS
    • PARISH COUNCIL
    • FINANCE COUNCIL
    • BUILDING FUND COMMITTEE
    • LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
    • KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS
    • CATHOLIC WOMEN'S LEAGUE
    • SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL
  • The RESCUE project
  • ABOUT US
    • PHOTOS
    • Parish History
    • ARC - Renovations Committee

                            baptism

SACRAMENT OF INITIATION
       Baptism For Children
Ascension offers three Baptism Programs
Infant Baptism  - newborn to age 6

School Age Baptism - grades 1-6
Sacraments for Teens - grades 6-12 


Baptism for Infants please read the information below 
​Baptism for School Age C
hildren who are in grades 1-6 please click here
Baptism for children who are in grades 6 to 12 please click here
Welcome to Baptism at Ascension Catholic Parish. Baptism is the first Initiation Sacrament with the Risen Christ and it is the offer of salvation for all people. The child is baptized in the Catholic faith of his/her parents, of his/her Godparents and of the Church. 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 Parish requires the following paper work, 
  • Baptism Registration Form - email baptism@ascensionparish.ca 
  • Parish Registration Form - available on website ascensionparish.ca
  • Copy of child's birth certificate
  • Copy of parent(s) Baptismal certificate
  • Copy of Godparent(s) Baptismal certificate
  • 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 Class 
  • Mandatory attendance for parents
  • Classes are on the following dates:
    • September 9th
    • October - No class
    • November 4th
    • ​December 2nd
  • ​Classes are held in the Church 
  • Only need to attend one class
  • Godparents are welcomed to attend the Preparation Class
Godparents
  • Godparents must be 16 or older, one male and one female, and one Godparent must be a Confirmed Catholic.
  • Godparents not baptized in the Catholic Faith will be referred to as a Christian Witness 
  • Godparents will need to submit a copy of their Baptism Certificates
Sacrament of Baptism
Ascension Catholic Parish offers Baptism's on Saturday's at 10:00am and Sunday's at 2:00pm. The Sacrament Coordinator will set up the Baptism date with you once the paperwork and Baptism Class has been 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 through Baptism. If you have any questions please contact the office at 403.275.2240 ext.6 or baptism@ascensionparish.ca

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