Baptism

Baptismal Prep Class is held in the Rectory Conference Room on a Saturday morning in the months of: February, April, June, August, October, and December from 9:00-11:00 am.  Please call the Parish office at 563.359.0345 for details and registration. We ask that you attend one of these classes before the birth of your child. Godparents are encouraged to attend if and when possible.

As a parent, what is required of me prior to my child's baptism?
Parents should attend a baptismal preparation class which is offered every other month at Our Lady of Lourdes, with St. John Vianney parish hosting the class on the alternate months. Parents who have attended the class within the past three years are exempt.

How do I schedule a baptism?
Contact the parish office at 563.359.0345 or via email to schedule your child's baptism.

When can my child be baptized?
Baptisms are celebrated during 10:30am mass on Sunday mornings with Fr. Tim Sheedy or after mass with one of the deacons.

Can we take photographs of the baptism?
Absolutely! Your child's baptism is a special event that you will want to remember for years.