Baptism
“Following the example set by Jesus, baptism initiates an individual into the Christian Community and confers sanctifying grace upon a soul, purifying it with water and sealing it with holy chrism. If you or your child woul like to begin your Christian life as part of our community please contact us and let them know.
Please fill out the baptismal application form on the next screen. After the form is complete, please press the “Save” button one time. Please do not press the “Save” button more than one time as it will create a duplicate of your application. Even though your information will remain on the screen, we have received your application. Our staff will email you a confirmation of your registration within 24 hours.
If you have any questions about your application, please call us at (213) 629-3131 or email us at:
Baptism@LaPlacitaChurch.org (mailto:laplacita.org)
Click Here to fill out your application.
Baptism Requirements
1. The child being baptized must be under the age of 7.
2. Godparents must be over 18 years old, Catholic, and have all 3 sacraments: Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation. If the godparents are a couple, they must be married by the Catholic Church.
3. The parents of the child are responsible for verifying that the godparents have complied with the aforementioned requirements.
4. You can only have up to TWO godparents. A Man and a Woman.
5. If one of the parents will not be present at the baptism:
- A notarized letter is required of the absent parent giving his consent or
- The parent who baptizes the child can sign a letter notarized assuming full responsibility for baptizing the child without the other parent being present.
- If one parent was awarded full legal custody (not joint custody or guardianship), all court documents must be provided prior to finalizing registration.
6. You must register online on our website: www.laplacita.org. Once you have registered, please call our office to schedule your ceremony.
7. You will need to provide the following original documents:
- Child’s birth certificate or
- Hospital birth verification (accepted only if child is less than 6 months old)
- Identification of each parent and godparent (must contain their name, photograph and date of birth).
8. At our community ceremonies, you will not be allowed to take pictures or record while the ceremony is carried out in accordance with the State Law for the Protection of Minors. Professional photographers and/or videographers are not allowed at community ceremonies. (California Civil Code Section 1708.8)
9. We also offer private ceremonies where you can bring family and friends, take photos and record the ceremony.
10. Parents and godparents must watch the pre-baptismal videos in order to be able to baptize.
For any inquiry, please contact the Baptism Office at (213) 629-3101
FIRST COMMUNION
It’s a joy to present the program for the preparation of the Sacrament of First Communion which involves parents and educators in the faith of their children. Family catechesis is the introduction to Eucharistic life who want to live with plentitude their meet and friendship with Jesus Christ.
The training program has a duration of one year. The program is for children aged 7 – 13 years. We meet every week with the children on Tuesday form 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The family attends Sunday Mass 9:00 am each week. We have a retreat for parents and a retreat for children.
confirmation
We offer the Sacrament of Confirmation program for youth 14-17 years. The preparation consists of a year, where young people gather for their class every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm and attend Sunday Mass at 10:30 am. During the Mass, the youth participate as voters and ushers in the collection. They also do 25 hours of community service. The program prepares candidates in their catechism and faith experiences that help young people closer to Christ. The Youth Day is to be held in the city of Anaheim, California.
Penance
Jesus announces the liberating mercy of God to those in its path, starting with the poor, the marginalized, and the sinners, and invites them to follow him.
In the Parish, we try to have all three of the priests confess at the same time for people who approach the sacrament can have more quality and personal attention. We have fixed weekly schedules and see special times in Advent and Let so that there is a more intense live the mysteries of Christ such as birth, death and resurrection preparation.
We have well-equipped confessionals for the time of confession, a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere is taken. While people wait their turn we offer a space of silence, order and material to read and reflect on. If for some reason someone could not attend at the times indicated confessions, we give the option to make an appointment for catering to office hours.
Marriage
“What God has joined no man put asunder” the Parish drilling program for marriage is based on the desire for marriage to last a lifetime. Initially the couple offers a kerygma for every couple first have a personal encounter with Christ, and base their faith as an indispensable element in married life.
Weekly course where human values are emphasized both in theorethical and practical aspect of the life of the couple is offered. Homework assigments are given at home to assess progress and check if you value the sacramental life. Finally it is highlighted, the ceremony and importance of immediate preparation. A follow-up is given to the couple in continuous training.
It is our joy to welcome you and to be part of your lives as you prepare for this Sacrament of loving commitment. To help facilitate your preparation, we have prepared this information for you.
Requirements:
Both parties must be registered members of St. Elisabeth Church.
We assume that the party/parties are practicing Catholics involved in parish life.
Must contact the Parish Center at least 6 months of the desired date of marriage in advanced to make an appointment with a Priest.
Donations:
$450.00 (Ceremony Donation) to be paid at the Parish Center no later than a month before the desired date.
$50.00 (non-refundable) which must be paid at the time of the date of reservation.
$50.00 (rehearsal donation) to be paid to the wedding coordinator at the time of the rehearsal.
Music for the Ceremony
Must be coordinated with our Parish Center (request our approval if you want to provide your own).
St. Elisabeth approved musicians can be contacted at the Parish Center.
Music Fees are to be coordinated with the musician.
Documentation Only
$50.00 (non refundable) donation is requested from couples not getting married at Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish who want us to process their paperwork.
PRIESTLY ORDER
The three priests who work in the parish; Rev. Arturo, Rev. Juan Francisco, and Rev. Jesús, are convinced that the priestly vocation is valuable and they are proud of their ministry. “We promote vocations primarily through our work and sincere example in pastoral activities that we do”. Requests are made in Sunday Masses for vocations and has retreats with young people to discern their vocation. The youth survey is to identify potential candidates for the priesthood and religious life for both men and women. We connect potential candidates with directors of vocations in the diocese. We invite potential candidates to actively participate in social activities, liturgical and pastoral evangelization for an overview of the life of the Church and its activities is taken.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
God has established a sacrament for healing in illness (both physical and spiritual) and preparation for death and entrance into new life in heaven. If you or a loved one is sick or dying and would like to receive special sacramental prayers and anointing, please contact us and be assured of our prayers with you and for you in this time.