“Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word.” (CCC 1213)
Do you want to schedule a Baptism? Please contact Elise in the Parish Office at 616-866-0931.
Steps to schedule your child’s baptism:
- Call the parish office to schedule a date
- (New parish families or expectant new parents) Attend a Baptism Class at OLC prior to child’s birth
- Complete and return the Baptism Register one month prior to the baptism date
Baptism Class Dates
The one-hour class is held in the Elizabeth Ann Seton Room (the “Cry Room” during weekend Masses).
Upcoming 2026 classes:
- Saturday, January 3, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
- Saturday, March 7, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
- Saturday, May 2, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
Baptism Date Celebrations
Baptisms at OLC are held in the church sanctuary on the 2nd full weekend of the month and on most Sundays of the 4th weekend of the month. On Saturdays they are held at 6:30pm, after the 5:00pm Mass. On Sundays they are held at 12:30pm, after the 11:00am Mass.
The 5:00pm Saturday Mass is incense free. Please select a Saturday baptism date if there is an incense sensitivity in your family.
Families and friends are asked to be present 15 minutes prior to the celebration.