Sacramental Preparation Ministries

For all ministries, please contact the Church at 253-473-4960

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults for those interested in the Catholic faith)
RCIA adapted to children
Infant Baptism
First Reconciliation and First Eucharist
Confirmation

The Baptism program is a wonderful way to begin your spiritual journey with your child. The focus of our program at Visitation is celebrating your faith with your family and the Catholic faith community. I truly believe that no matter what Catholic school or church you belong to you can't be a complete person and celebrate the Catholic truths unless you attend church, receive the Eucharist, pray, go to Confession, and try to set a Catholic/Christian example. This does not mean perfection, but rather an effort on your part to be a better person. And that begins with Baptism.

If you are from another parish, or this is your first Baptism or you have not baptized a child in 7 or more years at Visitation, you are required to take the instruction classes. The class will consist of one session 3 ½ hours long. We will cover the history of Baptism up to the present and will explore the reasons why Baptism is an important part of our faith based traditions and truths. A video will be presented and other informative information will be offered. We will also do a practice Baptism. Classes are scheduled once a month. Please contact the rectory for the schedule.

Some of the basic requirements for this preparation.

• Must be a practicing Catholic and are willing to share that faith with your child.
• One parent must be a baptized Catholic or in the process of becoming a baptized Catholic.
• We discourage private baptisms to encourage you to celebrate your child's baptism with the faith community.