Baptism
” Go therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirt” Matthew 28-19
The Catholic Community of Ascension and St Augustine looks forward to journeying with you and your family for your child’s baptism in the Catholic Church.
Holy Baptism is the basis for Christian Life. Baptism is 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 and daughters of God. We become members of Christ. “Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for baptism? Please fill out the baptism inquiry form on the Baptism tab.
Requirements for the parents? At least one parent must be a practicing Catholic need to participate in our baptismal preparation process, regardless of having a child previously baptized. Once the parents have completed the baptismal preparation program you
will be able to schedule the baptism date.
Do parents need to be members of the parish? No, you do not need to be members of the parish
Can we have our own priest perform the baptism? Yes, please make sure to note that on the baptismal inquiry form
Requirements for godparents
Be sixteen years of age or older
Be a Catholic who has received the Sacrament of initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and the Blessed Eucharist. If married, Married in the Catholic Church
Belong to a Catholic parish community and participate regularly in Sunday Mass and receive Communion
Present a godparent sponsor letter from their parish.
How old can a godparent be?
All godparents must be 16 years of age or older.
Can there be more than two godparents?
No, there can only be two official godparents. Godparents are a godmother and godfather. There cannot be two godmothers or two godfathers. As family can also just have one godparent.