BAPTISM

Steps for Baptism at St. Paul’s:

• Parents who wish their child to be baptized should be registered members of St. Paul the Apostle parish.
• Parents should contact Chris Neubauer at extension 219 to begin their preparation and to schedule the celebration of this beautiful sacrament with their child.
• Baptism Class is recommended for all parents having a child Baptized.
• Letters of Eligibility for Godparents are due before a baptism may be scheduled. (See below for requirements.)

Godparent Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years old and Confirmed.
• May have one but two are preferred.
• If two, then one of each sex is required.
• One must be a practicing, Confirmed Catholic with certification from their current parish (if not from St. Paul’s).
• If the other Godparent is a Christian Witness (not Catholic), then they must be a baptized Christian practicing their faith in a faith community.
• All Godparents must be certified by the parish/church which they attend.
• Honorary Godparents (additional godparents beyond 2) are allowed, however only 2 godparents will be listed in the Sacramental Register and on the Baptism Certificate.
• A proxy may be used for a godparent who cannot be present, but the Godparent still must submit their certification.
• Parents may not serve as godparents however, sisters, brothers, or grandparents may as long as they meet the above requirements.