Parents:

1. Child’s birth record: Obtain a copy of the child’s original birth certificate. (A verified hospital certificate may be acceptable – please call the office.) This is needed to prepare the baptismal certificate. You will need to give the St. Anthony's parish a copy. Adoption forms are required for adopted children. (If you child is 7 years or older, they are to enter into a different process for baptism, please call the office for more information).
2. Godparents: You may choose 1 or 2 godparents/sponsors. See above for their qualifications.
3. Class: Register and attend a baptismal preparation class. Parents are required to attend a class unless granted an exception by the pastor.
4. Book the Ceremony: Schedule your date of Baptism. This is done through speaking with a member of St. Anthony's staff. All paper work must be completed prior to confirming your date. This is particularly important for families arranging out of town guests.
5. Attend the Ceremony: On the date of the Baptism, please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the Rite.

1. Qualifications: Make sure you meet the qualifications to be a godparent (See above).
2. Class: Register and attend a baptismal preparation class. Godparents are required to attend a class unless granted an exception by the pastor.
3. Covenant Form: Sign and return the Covenant Form.
4. Attend the Ceremony: On the date of the Baptism, please arrive and attend the 10:00AM Mass. If the godparents cannot attend the actual Baptism ceremony, proxies may be used.