Canon law states that parents should have their children baptized in the first few weeks; as soon as possible after birth (Canon Law 867). For parents needing Baptism prep classes, it is recommended that both parents attend baptismal classes prior to the baby’s birth. Since we have no associate pastor, baptism classes will be held every quarter.
Baptisms are held for registered members of the parish. If the child is older than 7 years of age most likely will require the child to go through the OCIA process pending the pastor's recommendations.
A Baptismal instruction class is required for the first child being baptized in the family.
- English Baptismal Instruction is with Jaclyn Brown (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
- Spanish Baptismal Instruction is with Irene Guzman (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Godparent Requirements
- You may choose to have one or two Godparents. If you choose to have two Godparents one must be male and one must be female, not two males or two females. Godparents cannot be the father or mother of the one being baptized.
- Godparents must be Catholic, who is at least 16 years of age.
- Godparents must have received the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation)
- Godparents must be in good standing with the Catholic Church, meaning active parishioners in the parish of which they belong.
- The Godparents can be either single or married.
- If married, marriage is a sacramental marriage and recognized by the Catholic Church. Cannot be living with a partner outside of a Catholic marriage.
- If single, they cannot be living with a partner outside of a Catholic marriage.
- Letters of Good Standing are required for Godparent's who are not registered at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish prior to the baptism.
- It is allowed to have a non-Catholic be a witness with a Catholic Godparent. They must be a baptized Christian and all the regulations that apply for a Godparent also apply for a witness in regard to their particular religion.
For more information, please contact Brad Stramel at the parish office at 785-625-7339 to help you get started with the baptismal process.
Baptismal Preparation Class: Quarterly Basis- Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 9:00am in the Upper Room of the IHM Parish Office.
Please contact Jaclyn Brown at the parish office to join by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
