Godparent Eligibility Form

Baptism is a sacrament of initiation, which brings a person into union with Christ as a member of the Catholic Church.

Godparents role: A Godparent represents the Catholic Church at Baptism and serves as a role model for the child living a full Christian life.

There may be two Godparents (one Godmother and one Godfather). One of these must be a baptized, practicing Catholic. The other may be a baptized, practicing member of another Christian denomination. While this person is referred to as a "Christian Witness", his/her role in the Baptism is the same as the godparent. Likewise, the expectation is that this Christian Witness be a Christian role model for this child. Christian Witnesses are required to complete this Christian Witness Eligibility Form.

In order to be eligible Godparents, you must meet the following requirements:

• currently practicing the Catholic faith
• at least 16 years of age
• a registered member of a Catholic parish

Completed the following sacraments in the Catholic Church

• Baptism
• First Communion
• Confirmation
• Married in the Catholic Church (if applicable)

In order to be eligible Godparents, the following must NOT be true:

• Baptized in the Catholic church, but not currently practicing
• Adults who are married outside of the Catholic Church
• Re-married without an annulment
• Living together without the benefit of the sacrament of marriage
• Baptized Catholic, but now practicing or adhering to a different faith
• A parent to the one being baptized

I believe that Jesus Christ is my Savior and Lord. I regularly attend Mass on Sundays. I am open to the Living Word of God in sacred scripture and the Church. I try to live my life according to Gospel values, even when they conflict with the value systems of our culture and society. I intend to encourage this child in the practice of the Catholic faith by word and example.