Baptism Registration

Baptism classes are offered on the first Monday of every month at 7:00 pm (except when the Monday falls on a federal holiday). Attendance is required by at least one parent prior to the baptism date. Baptisms take place every Sunday at 2:15 pm in the church.

Parish ID Number*

If you don't remember your parish number, you can contact the parish office and we will be happy to help you (703-836-4100 or [email protected])
Is this your first child being baptized?*
If your answer is yes, please be sure to sign up for our monthly baptism preparation class by contacting the parish office (703-836-4100). Classes are in person at 7 pm at the parish office on the first Monday of the month.
Is this your first time baptizing a child at the Basilica of Saint Mary?*
Have you ever attended baptism class?*
Name of Child*
First Middle Last
Is your child male or female?*
Residence*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Preferred phone number*
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Has your baby been born yet?*
Please be sure to call or email the parish office to update us with your child's name, date of birth, place of birth, and gender once baby is born.
Date of Birth*
Place of Birth (include city and state)*
Date of Baptism*
Please select the Sunday that will work best for your family. The baptism will take place at 2:15 pm that day. We will confirm the date after receiving your registration.
Father's Name*
Religion of Father*
Mother's Full Maiden Name*
Did mother keep maiden name?*
Religion of Mother*
Are you (the parents) married?*
Were you (the parents) married by a Catholic priest or deacon?*
If you (the parents) were not married by a Catholic priest or deacon, please select the statement that best describes your marriage:*
The pastor requires that couples who are civilly married but not yet married in the Church meet with a priest prior to the baptism date to discuss having their marriage blessed in the Church. The sacramental coordinator will assist you with scheduling this appointment once your baptism registration form is submitted.
Please indicate the name of the priest you are working with for marriage preparation.*
Godfather*
Is Godfather a Catholic?*
If he is not Catholic, he may be eligible to serve as a Christian witness as long as he was baptized in a non-Catholic Christian denomination.
Will the godfather be represented by Proxy?*
Name of Godfather Proxy*
First Last
Godmother*
Is Godmother a Catholic?*
If she is not Catholic, she may be eligible to serve as a Christian witness as long as she was baptized in a non-Catholic Christian denomination.
Will the godmother be represented by a proxy?*
Name of Godmother Proxy*
First Last
Has the child already been baptized?*
Was the child adopted?*
Would you like the baptism to be privately livestreamed?*
ERROR: You must indicate at least one Catholic godparent. The "Submit" button will reappear once at least one Catholic godparent is indicated. Please follow this link if you need guidance on selecting godparents.
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