The sacrament of baptism ushers us into the divine life, cleanses us from sin, and initiates us as members of the Christian community. It is the foundation for the sacramental life.

At baptism, the presider prays over the water:

Father, look now with love upon your Church, and unseal for her the fountain of baptism. By the power of the Holy Spirit give to this water the grace of your Son, so that in the sacrament of baptism all those whom you have created in your likeness may be cleansed from sin and rise to a new birth of innocence by water and the Holy Spirit. (Christian Initiation of Adults, #222A) 

Infant Baptisms (Children 0-6 Years of Age)

We are  excited that you are considering the Sacrament of Baptism for your child at St. Joseph Parish, Mountain View. Baptisms are offered on a Saturday morning, at 10:00AM, for children up to the age of 6. If your child is over the age of 7, please contact the Parish Office at 650-967-3831.

Infant baptism Checklist 

Please submit an online Baptism Registration Form or complete a paper form in person, by visiting the Parish Office (Tuesday through Friday, 1:30PM-7:30PM).

• A copy of your child's birth certificate will be required at time of submission.

Requirements for Godparents:

• Minimum 1 Godparent, maximum 2 Godparents.
• Must be baptized and fully initiated in the Catholic Faith, and be practicing Catholic.
• Minimum age of 16.

Each parent and godparent must attend a Baptism Preparation Class.

• Classes in English are available every other month on the second Monday of the month at 6:45pm.
• Classes in Spanish are available on the 4th Saturday of the month, at 9:00am.

Please contact the Parish Office to schedule the baptism date, and to register for the preparation class at 650-967-3831.

If you are taking the class with us, but baptizing elsewhere, please submit the class offering ($25) in advance. There are three ways to make the payment: 

• Via our online platform.
• In person (cash or check) at the parish office, Tuesday through Friday, 1:30PM-7:30PM.
• Mailing a check to: St. Joseph Parish Office, P.O. Box 27, Mountain View, CA 94042.