Baptism

Baptize a Baby

Parents wanting to Baptize a baby are required to take a Baptism Preparation Class. Classes are held the First Monday of every month from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm in the Parish Library. If you have taken a Baptism preparation class within the last year-and-a half, you do not need to take the class. If at all possible, please do NOT bring the baby or other children to the class. Godparents are  required to present a Sponsor Certificate from their parish prior to the Baptism. Godparents must be practicing Catholics who have received Confirmation and, if married, married in the Church.  To sign-up for a Baptism Preparation Class call the Parish office at 703-527-5500.  To schedule a Baptism, please call Susana Moncayo (Monday – Wednesday) at 703-527-5500 ext. 12.

Baptize a Child 7 – 18 Years Old

Children and young people who would like to be baptized participate in the parish’s Religious Education program.

  • To Register for classes, please call Susan Grunder or Anne Marie Kauffman (703-527-5500 ext. 16 and 17, respectively).

Adult Baptism: Become a Catholic (RCIA)

Adults receive the Sacrament of Baptism as part of the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA).  RCIA provides an opportunity to learn about the Catholic faith, discuss faith issues with others, and, if you wish, enter the preparation program to become a Catholic.

  • For more information, click here or call Angelus Virata (703-527-5500).

Request a Copy of Your Baptismal Certificate

If you or your child were Baptized at St. Charles Borromeo Church, you can request a copy of the Baptismal Certificate (with Notations) to be picked up at the parish office or mailed or faxed. In order to expedite retrieval of your Baptismal record, please have the year and information about your Baptism when you call. Please allow enough time for the certificate to be prepared and mailed.

  • For a Baptismal Certificate copy, please call the Parish Office at  703-527-5500.

Request a Sponsor Certificate (for Godparents & Sponsors)

  • The person requesting the Sponsor Certificate must be a registered parishioner, actively practicing Catholic, and have been Confirmed.
  • To get a Sponsor Certificate you must personally come to the Parish Office to affirm that you meet the requirements.  It will then be witnessed by a parish priest.
  • Please allow at least two working days to complete this process.
  • Completed Sponsor Certificates must be picked-up at the Parish Office unless other arrangements are made.