Baptism

St. Philip's Baptism Packet

To schedule a Baptism at St. Philip's, please complete the following requirements:

1. Baptism Class is required for your first child or Godchild. Baptism Class is recommended if you are a new parishioner.
2. To sign-up for a Baptism preparation class CLICK HERE.  
3. If you attend a class at another parish, please provide us with the certificate of attendance. 
4. Complete all forms in the Baptism Packet (have Godparents complete their form).
5. Provide a copy of the child's State-issued birth certificate.

Send all forms and documents to the attention of Gwen Kramer.  Baptisms will only be scheduled after all necessary requirements have been met and paperwork is completed.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

Guidelines for Choosing Godparents (Canon 872-874)

• Only one Godparent is required, but if you decide to have two, you must choose one male and one female.  
• The Godparents may not also be the parents of the child.
• A Godparent must be at least 16 years of age.
• A Godparent must have received all of the Catholic Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation.  
• A Godparent must be a practicing Catholic; that is, living the Faith by regular Mass attendance, etc.
• If married, a Godparent must be in a union recognized as valid by the Catholic Church.
• If unmarried, a Godparent may not be cohabiting.
• A Baptized non-Catholic may take part in the ceremony as a "Christian Witness", but will not be listed on any certificates or Sacramental records.

To serve as a Godparent at a Baptism at St. Philip's, please complete the following requirements:

1. Attend a Baptism preparation class (sign-up below).  If you attend a class at another parish please provide us with the certificate of attendance. 
2. Complete the Certificate of Eligibility (found in the Baptism Packet).

I am a parisioner of St. Philip's - Complete only the top portion down to your signature line.  Return form to Gwen Kramer.
I am a parishioner at another parish - Complete the top portion down to your signature line, then have your Pastor complete his portion and affix the parish seal.  Return the original form to Gwen Kramer.

If you were baptized at St. Philip the Apostle and need a copy of your Baptismal Certifcate, please fill out the Authorization for Release of Information Form and mail or email to Gwen Kramer.

Authorization for Release of Information