Baptism Sponsor (Godparent) Covenant

Baptism Sponsor Covenant

This form must be completed by the Sponsor (Godparent), not a parent or another individual.
Name of Sponsor (Godparent) completing this form:*

First NameLast Name
Email Address of Sponsor (Godparent) completing this form:*
example@example.com
My Godchild's Name is:*
Please wait until the name of the baby is known to complete this form, and then write the child's first and last name in the space provided.
As a Baptism sponsor, your role is to encourage the faith of your candidate and be an "example" to your godchild and to reflect with your godchild as they grow on the meaning of a life of Catholic discipleship.

The Code of Canon Law (Church Law) specifies the requirements for serving as godparents at Baptism (Canon 874).

Please acknowledge and testify to the following statements, which are the requirements of being a godparent:
(1) I am not the parent of the person being baptized.
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(2) I am at least 16 years old.
Initials*
(3) I am fully initiated in the Catholic Church and have received the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation. (You will be asked to provide details below)
Initials*
Are you married? (or living with someone as if you are married?)

YesNo
(4) I am in a valid Catholic marriage.

Please note, if you are living with someone currently and are not in a valid Catholic marriage, you are not eligible to be a Baptism Sponsor (Godparent). If you have questions about this, please contact the Parish Office at 254-773-1561.
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(5) I live a life of active faith in the Catholic Church.
Initials*
I understand the requirements of being a Baptism Godparent (listed and initialed above)
Initials*

Baptism Preparation Class

The Diocese of Austin requires that Baptism Sponsors (Godparents) complete a Baptism Preparation Class prior to becoming a Sponsor (Godparent).
Are you out-of-town?*

YesNo, I am able to attend an in-person Baptism Preparation Class at St. Luke's
Have you already completed an in-person Baptism Preparation Class at St. Luke's?

YesNo
Please be sure to register for an in-person Baptism Preparation Class at St. Luke's by completing the "Baptism Class Pre-Registration Form" on the St. Luke's website at https://slparish.com/baptism-1.
Have you already completed a Baptism Preparation Class?

YesNo
Church where I completed a Baptism Preparation Class:*
Located in:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry
Date of Baptism Preparation Class:

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Date
Please upload documentation that you have completed a Baptism Preparation course, either online or in-person at another Catholic parish. *

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Please contact Deacon Robert Lindberg at deaconrobert@slparish.com to discuss options for completing a Baptism Preparation Class.

Baptism

I understand the requirements of being a Baptism Godparent and I state that I received the Sacrament of Baptism at:
Church where I was baptized:*
Located in:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

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Zip CodeCountry

Confirmation

I understand the requirements of being a Baptism Godparent and I state that I received the Sacrament of Confirmation at:
Catholic Church where I was confirmed:*
This must be a Catholic Church
Located in:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry

Sacrament of Marriage

I understand the requirements of being a Baptism Godparent and I state that I received the Sacrament of Marriage at:
Catholic Church where I was married:*
This must be a Catholic Church
Located in:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry

Location of the Baptism

Name of parish and city where the Sacrament of Baptism is to take place:
Name of Catholic Parish:*
Located in:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry

Signature
I am active in the Catholic Church, fully initiated into the Catholic Church, regularly attend Mass on Sunday and strive to live my faith.
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Date of Signature*

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Baptism Sponsor Covenant

Baptism Preparation Class

Baptism

Confirmation

Sacrament of Marriage

Location of the Baptism

Signature