Baptism Registration Form

Baptism Registration Form

Welcome! This form is for children under 7 years old. (If your child is 7 years old and older, please contact Sabina Carter at 920-921-0580 ext. 501 or scarter@hffdl.org.) Comuníquese con Carmen Valenzuela al 920-921-0580 ext. 203 o en carmenv@hffdl.org para programar el bautismo de su hijo en español o bilingüe. Gracias.
Would you prefer the Baptism to be:*

EnglishSpanish/bilingual
To schedule a Baptism in Spanish please contact Carmen at: carmenv@hffdl.org or 920-920-0580 ext. 203.

Para agendar un Bautizo en Español por favor contactar a Carmen en: carmenv@hffdl.org o al 920-960-0580 ext. 203.
What is the child's full name?*
Is the child male or female?*
For legal and privacy reasons, please verify that you are a parent of the child that is requesting.*

I am the mother and I am requesting.I am the father and I am requesting.I am not the mother or father of the child.
What is the Father's full name?*
What is the Father's religious affiliation?
What is the Mother's full name?*
What is the Mother's religious affiliation?
What is your child's DATE of birth?*
What is your child's CITY AND STATE of birth?*
The Role of a Godparent

The primary role of a godparent is to assist the parents in raising the child in the Catholic faith. This involves:

Spiritual Guidance: Helping the child grow in their understanding and practice of the Catholic faith.

Witness of Faith: Serving as a living example of Catholic life through their own actions and commitment to the Church.

Support for Parents: Offering support and encouragement to the parents in their duty as the primary educators of their child in the faith.

Prayer: Praying for their godchild's spiritual well-being.

Practical Advice for Parents in Choosing Godparents
Beyond the canonical requirements (see below), parents should consider several practical aspects when selecting godparents:

Active Faith Life: Parents should look for individuals who are not just nominally Catholic but actively practice their faith. This includes regular Mass attendance, reception of sacraments, and a commitment to living out Catholic teachings.

Moral Character: Godparents should be individuals of good moral character who can serve as positive role models for the child.

Relationship with the Child and Family: While not a canonical requirement, it is often beneficial for godparents to have a loving and supportive relationship with the child and the family. This can foster a closer bond and facilitate their involvement in the child's spiritual life.

Stability and Availability: Parents might consider individuals who are likely to remain a stable presence in the child's life and who are willing and able to be actively involved.

Understanding of the Role: It is important that potential godparents understand the responsibilities they are undertaking and are enthusiastic about fulfilling them. Parents should have open conversations with prospective godparents about what is expected of them.

One Godparent or Two: While only one godparent is strictly necessary, it is customary to have two (a godfather and a godmother). If only one godparent is chosen, they must meet all the canonical requirements.

Christian Witness (Non-Catholic): If a baptized non-Catholic Christian is chosen alongside a Catholic godparent, they can serve as a "Christian witness" to the baptism, but not as a godparent in the full canonical sense. This individual must also meet certain criteria, such as being baptized and believing in the Trinity.
Please list here ONLY the GODPARENTS (first and last name) that are Baptized, Confirmed Catholic, Practicing Catholic over the age of 16 and, if married, have been married according to the laws of the Catholic Church (i.e. not married outside the Catholic Church without a dispensation, and not remarried without an annulment) (there is a place below to enter those that do not meet all these). Note that at least 1 of the godparents will need to meet all of these qualifications. If both godparents meet the requirements, please list them both here separated with a comma.*
By checking the boxes below, I verify that ALL of the godparents listed above meet these requirements. If you have a question on what the requirements mean, please contact Valerie C. (valeriec@hffdl.org) at the Parish Office. Reminder that you need to have at least one godparent meet all of these requirements.

BaptizedConfirmed Catholic (generally happens in high school- this is not 1st Communion)Practicing CatholicOver the age of 16EITHER not married, OR, if married, he/she is married according to the laws of the Catholic Church (i.e. not married outside the Church without a dispensation, and not remarried without an annulment)
Please note any comments here:
*Please note any comments here:
Please list GODPARENTS/CHRISTIAN WITNESS (first and last name). They DO need to be Baptized in a Christian Faith (but have not been Confirmed Catholic and/or are not Practicing Catholic). By listing them below, I have verified and agree that they do indeed meet that requirement.
Please tell me the religious affiliation of the GODPARENTS/CHRISTIAN WITNESSES that are listed in the previous question.
Please verify that the GODPARENTS/CHRISTIAN WITNESSES in the previous question have been baptized in a Christian faith.*

YesNoBoth Godparent meet all requirements listed above.
Please note the Baptism Schedule that is on the website at hffdl.org/baptism. We do hold baptisms on specific weekends at specific church sites. This gives you the option of picking the date that you prefer or you can choose when Baptisms are offered at that site/time. Please select from the church sites below.*

Holy Family ChurchSt. Mary ChurchSacred Heart Church (starting in July 2025 baptisms will be temporarily moved to St. Mary until the completion of renovations at Sacred Heart)St. PeterOur Risen SaviorPresentation
Please choose the date and time that you prefer for your child's baptism.*
If the Baptism is scheduled during Mass, we will reserve 2 pews for the Parents, Godparents and Grandparents of the child near the front of the church. If you need additional pews, please note here. If you have chosen to have the baptism AFTER the 4pm Mass at Holy Family on the 3rd weekend of the month, you are welcome to sit anywhere your family is comfortable during Mass and then you can meet the deacon near the altar after Mass has finished.
Baptism Preparation*

I verify that I have taken the Baptismal Preparation Class with a previous child.I am currently in the process of completing the Baptismal Preparation Class.I need to sign up for the Baptismal Preparation Class (https://www.hffdl.org/areas_of_ministry/sacraments/baptism/) and understand that the baptism cannot be held until this is completed, including talking with a priest team member.I have attended a Baptism Preparation Class at another parish and will submit a copy of the certificate.Other
Parent's Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent's Email Address*
example@example.com
Parent's Marital Status*

SingleMarried
Any other information you would like to share:
*Any other information you would like to share:
For internal use only:

Are parents current members? _____ If not, permission given from current church?___

Scheduled on calendar _______

Certificate printed _______

Certificate proofread _______

Email Sent to Parents _______

Entered into Database _______

Entered into Sacramental Registry ______

Welcome Letter ______

First time parent? Class completed? _____

Card sent? _____
Email
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