Baptism

"Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua), 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: 'Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word.'"
- Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 1213

• Parents must be registered, active parishioners of St. Charles Borromeo for at least six months.
• If residing outside St. Charles Borromeo parish boundaries, parents must register and remain active for six months before scheduling the baptism.
• For parents registered in another parish, a letter of permission from that parish is required to have the baptism at St. Charles Borromeo for family reasons.

• Godparents must be practicing Catholics who have received the three Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and First Holy Communion.
• Godparents must be at least sixteen years old and, if married, married through the Catholic Church.
•  **Letter of Good Standing**: Original letters, signed and sealed by their parish (per Canon 873), must be submitted one month prior to scheduling the baptism.

• Parents are required to attend a baptism preparation class.

In the baptism of infants, parents are responsible for choosing godparents who will serve as positive Catholic role models for their child. A godparent may later become a sponsor for the child at Confirmation. Godparents are expected to commit to supporting and nurturing the child’s faith, as well as offering guidance to the parents, throughout the family’s faith journey. However, godparents are not required to be legal guardians.

Each Godparent is required to meet the following qualifications according to Canon Laws 873 and 874:

• At least 16 years of age

• Not the natural or adoptive parents of the baptized child

• Fully initiated Roman Catholic (has received the sacraments of baptism, first holy communion, and confirmation)

• If married, validly married in the Catholic Church; If not married, living in accord with the Church’s teachings on sexuality

• Actively practicing Catholic in communion with the Catholic Church; Striving to live a life in harmony with its teachings on faith and chastity

• Either male or female; If two are chosen, one must be male, the other female

Baptisms Classes at St. Charles Borromeo are held on the second Saturday of each month. Baptisms are held on the 3rd Saturday of each month.

We will not schedule a baptism until the paperwork is completed and turned in to the Parish Office one month prior to your child’s baptism.

1. Submit Completed Baptism Registration Form
2. Submit a copy of your child’s birth certificate
3. Submit Godparent Affidavit(s)or Letter(s) of Good Standing
4. Parents will need to attend an Infant baptism class

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