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COVID-19 Update
Baptisms of children are currently being scheduled on an individual basis on Sundays at 12:00 PM. Please first contact the parish office at info@nativitystpaul.org or (651) 696-5401 for more information and to register. They will then direct you to fill out the registration form HERE.
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AboutBaptism celebrates the freedom of God's loving embrace and welcomes new members of His Church into the fullness of life with Christ.
- Baptismal ceremonies for infants and young children are typically held on the first and third Sundays of the month in the main church.
- For more information on baptism for infants and children under 7, click here.
- For more information on baptism as an adult (thereby becoming Catholic), click here.
Required Baptism Class
At least one parent is typically required to attend a 90-minute preparation class before their first child is baptized at Nativity. Godparents are also welcome to attend. The baptism class requirement must be completed prior to requesting a date for baptism.
- Baptism classes are typically held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the main Church. Class is not held in December.
Choosing Godparents
Parents must choose one Godfather, one Godmother, or one of each. At least one Godparent must be a practicing Catholic, at least 16 years of age and confirmed in the Catholic Church. A person of another Christian faith may stand as a witness.