Baptism

In the Catholic Church, most people are baptised as children. Parents and godparents promise to share the faith with the child. The child's new identity as a child of God is often emphasised by giving the child a name previously borne by a saint. The parents choose one or more godparents who are themselves baptised and confirmed Catholics.

If a newborn child is in danger of death, anyone may perform an “emergency baptism” with water and the words: N., I baptise you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

In our parish, baptisms usually take place on Saturdays or Sundays during one of the Masses. Other times can be arranged with the priest.

Catholics who live far from the church can arrange with the priest for their children to be baptised where they live. The parents can agree on the time with the priest and prepare for the baptism with him. A baptism form must be filled in; it is available from the parish office or can be sent to you.

Baptism is free of charge, but it is customary to give a gift to the Church to cover the parish's expenses, such as the baptismal candle. You can do this through Vipps #703819 under the category «Dåpslys og annet salg» (baptismal candles and other sales). Suggested contribution: NOK 400.