Baptism

We are happy to support your family during this special time of preparation for the Baptism of your child and/or your preparation to become a godparent.

Sacraments are visible signs of God’s love; through them and by the actions of the Holy Spirit, Jesus fills us with his grace, heals and strengthens us. Baptism is the beginning of a faith journey and we congratulate you for choosing this beautiful gift for your child/godchild.

Who can receive infant baptism?

Infant baptism is for children younger than 7 years old. Parents and Godparents commit to raise him/her in the faith, then, parents and godparents attend class to prepare for this commitment. If you need to plan a baptism for children over 7 years of age, please contact the parish office.

How do I have my child baptized at St. Anne?

1. Contact our parish secretary to receive your paperwork and ask any questions you may have. You may  also download a Baptism Registration form, complete it and email it to [email protected]. It is preferred that you are a registered member of St. Anne to have your child baptized here.
2. Watch the first three sessions of Reborn on Formed.org at least two weeks before the requested baptism date. Visit formed.org/signup for free 24/7 access to the “Formed” platform. 
3. Turn in all required paperwork.

ALL PAPERWORK MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE A DATE FOR THE BAPTISM WILL BE PLACED ON THE CHURCH CALENDAR. BAPTISMS ARE SCHEDULED ON THE 1ST AND 3RD SATURDAYS OF THE MONTH AFTER THE 9 A.M. MASS.

Baptism FAQs

I want to baptize my child at a different Catholic parish…
Please contact the other parish and find out what their requirements are, as they may be slightly different from ours. Most likely, you will be asked to attend a Baptism Class and send information regarding the infant.

After attending a Baptism Class, we will issue you a Letter of Authorization, which you will send to the other parish along with any other required documents.

About Godparents:

Godparents are an integral part of the Sacrament of Baptism. The Church places great value on their role; as such, please select people who will be Catholic role models for your child.

Godparents are called to perform an officium (CCC 1255) in the Church, where they will walk with your child throughout his/her life, pray for and encourage them, and give advice when needed. Ideally, godparents will be present at their godchild’s First Communion, Confirmation and Marriage.

Here are guidelines for selecting godparents as defined by the Church:

• Only one godparent (man or woman) is needed;
  • If there are two godparents, they must be a man and a woman.
  • No more than two godparents are allowed.
• Minimum of 16 years old;
• Fully initiated Catholic (has received Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation);
• Is a practicing Catholic (attends Mass regularly and on Sundays, receives the Sacraments of Communion and Reconciliation regularly);
• Lives his/her life according to the teachings of the Catholic Church (single Catholic or married in the Catholic Church – A civil marriage only does not qualify); couples who are cohabiting cannot be godparents); and
• Godparents must take a Baptism Preparation class or watch the first three Reborn videos and the section on godparents on Formed.org.
  • When coming from outside St. Anne, godparents may be prepared at their home parish and send us verification of that preparation. A letter, not older than 2 years, is sufficient.
  • Attach a copy of Godparent’s Catholic wedding certificate if married.
• It is the parents’ responsibility to make sure that godparents fulfill all requisites.
• Parents having their child baptized at St. Anne are responsible for gathering all paperwork, especially documents coming from out of state.

I am a parishioner at St. Anne but have been asked to be a Godparent at a different parish…

To be asked to be a Godparent is a great honor and privilege. 

Most probably you are being asked to take a Baptism Preparation class and to present a document that verifies your eligibility to be godparent. In other words, at the other parish they do not know you, and they will rely on St. Anne to verify that you are a practicing Catholic and qualify to be a godparent.

Godparents, please contact our parish office for the necessary paperwork.. In addition, watch the first three sessions and the section on Godparents of Reborn on Formed.org. Visit formed.org/signup to sign up for free 24/7 access to the “Formed” platform. 

After watching the videos, you will receive a Godparent Letter of Authorization, which you will then send to the parents/parish where the baptism will take place.

• If it is an infant in danger of death, she/he is to be baptized without delay.
• If it is an adult in danger of death, she/he can be baptized if, having some knowledge of the principal truths of the faith, the person has manifested in any way at all the intention to receive baptism and promises to observe the commandments of the Christian religion.