How do i go about baptising my baby?

Question

First of all, he's 18 months old already, me and his father are not baptised and are wanting to do it all together, i don't have a clue what to say to the church or what happens, who comes etc, any advice would be appreciated, also, is it ok for me o ask my sister to be godmother? How many godparents can you have? :)

Answer 1

Congratulations on taking the first steps into Baptism. It is okay that you're not baptized yet. Many people wait to find their faith before they get baptized, or if they're a member of another church, but prefer another, they can become members and get rebaptized into their likings. I don't agree with Seth, you can baptize your baby at any age. You don't get baptized into a religion, you get baptized with your Christian name. As far as I know, the church shouldn't charge you. You can invite your family and close friends if you'd like. Ask around the church you plan on getting baptized in who you should talk with about it. Usually an usher can point you in the right direction. You most definitely can ask your sister to be the baby's Godmother. I wouldn't have more than one Godmother and one Godfather, more than that is tacky and uncalled for, IMO.

Best of Luck to you and your family!

Answer 2

Contact the church you are considering and ask them, that is what I did, it is the easiest way to get good and correct information.

Answer 3

I don't understand why you're baptizing a baby. Is it your religion? The bible doesn't say anything about baptizing babies. But if you and your husband are Christ followers, You should be baptized. I don't think any church charges for baptism. Some require you to take a class so, you know what you're doing. Best wishes.

Answer 4

What you need to do is contact your church and speak with them. Explain your situation and they will tell you how to proceed. There is no need to be worried about anything. If your sister is whom you choose to be godmother that's fine you will need a godfather as well.

Answer 5

Since all of you are not baptized you should figure out what church you would like to be baptized in.  Not the physical location church, but which denomination. Once you do that I would get some phone numbers and begin calling. When you find the right church you should feel comfortable and welcomed.

Once you find a church you can talk to the Pastor/ Minister/ Priest. They should be able to direct you to the way that church does the ceremony. I know that when babies get baptized since they can't talk the Congregation/ Godparents answer for them. Adults can talk for themselves,and they have a ceremony type thing that you follow along with. ( They will go over it with you.)

I know that my church does a sliding scale. It's really whatever you can afford, but they have a suggested donation, and all  the money  goes to the church anyway.

My cousin who is also my Godson has 5 Godparents. You can really have as many as you want. I think you just have to make sure that they all know who will  be responsible for the Little tyke if something were to happen. Ya know? Good luck with your search!

Answer 6

i believe you both should be baptised but having your baby baptised isn't really your decision. its his and he can't make it until he's older or it doens't really mean anything.

Answer 7

You don't just go and buy a baptism. You need to find the religion and church that meets the beliefs of your family. Then attend for a while, there's no rush. Make sure it's the right place for you. Set up a meeting with the Pastor or Priest and talk to him/her about it. If you agree that the time is right the Pastor with very likely have several classes or sessions with you and set a date for the baptism.

Don't rush it and make sure you're in the right place. At least in my church, there isn't a cost.