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Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission (CCC 1213).
Parents: need to be members of the parish. Preparation classes are provided by the parish for the parents and godparents. Prospective parents may attend the class prior to the birth of the child. Parents must bring the State Birth Certificate of the child when registering their child for Baptism.
Godparents - Parents should select the very best examples of the Catholic Faith as a support for themselves and as a living faith witness for the children they are honored to guide. Because of the serious obligation and responsibility held by Godparents, the church has established clear qualifications for those who are permitted to serve in this role:- Only Catholics can serve as Godparents at a Catholic Baptism.
- Godparents from this parish need to attend the Parish Baptism Program.
- Godparents from a different parish must provide a letter of approval from their home parish.
- There may be one or two Godparents. If there are two, one must be male and the other female. Both ought to be at least 18 years of age.
- Godparents are to be practicing Catholics, attend Mass each Sunday, and are fully initiated through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and the Holy Eucharist. If married, they need to have been married in the Catholic Church by a Catholic priest or deacon
The above guidelines apply to children under age 7. Children age 7 and older needing to be Baptized may receive the sacrament through the RCIA Program.
Baptism Registration Form ENG & SPA -
For more info, please contact:
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Dcn. Ted Schrecknwms.evangelizationgmail.com
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