This Blessing of the Three Year Old is the tradition of giving thanks to God for the gift of this child's life as well as a renewed dedication of the his/her life to God and the petition of God's blessing and protection on this child and its family.

The blessing requested by the parents is made by speaking directly to or calling the pastor or deacon several weeks before the event to arrange a time with him for the ceremony at the end or after mass. The ceremony is fairly brief and requires no formal renewal classes or preparation other than the arrangements ahead of time with the pastor or deacon.

Call the parish, for Joseph Blanco or Father Bill to speak with them directly about the blessing request.