Information on Infant Baptisms
Step # 1: Baptism Documents
- If the PARENTS are not members of this church, a letter from the parish in which they reside or are registered must be presented, giving permission for the child to be baptized at St. Martin de Porres (SMdP). This must be done prior to registration for baptism.
- Provide a Copy of the State birth certificate for the child being baptized.
- Single godparents must be practicing Catholics living according to the norms of the Church.
- All married godparents must be married by the Catholic Church. They will be asked to provide a copy of their Church marriage certificate.
- Godparents must have received all the Sacraments of initiation: Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation.
Completed documents can be dropped off at the parish office or emailed to communications@stmartindp.org
Step # 2: Parent and Godparent Class
When Step #1 has been completed register for the Baptism Class at least 1 week in advance.
Parents and Godparents must attend a 2-part Baptismal class. If class is taken in another parish, proof of attendance must be presented. Classes will be scheduled on the following dates and months from
7:00pm - 9:00pm. You must register to attend the classes. Space is limited.
March 19, 2019
May 14, 2019
July 16, 2019
September 17, 2019
November 19, 2019
January 21, 2020
Classes will start promptly at 7:00 pm. It is recommended that people arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class. Your complete attention is required and as such, we ask parents and Godparents to attend this class without children.
Step # 3: Baptism Ceremony
When Step 1 & 2 is completed, a Baptismal date will be scheduled.
- Baptisms are celebrated on:
- Saturday, December 15 at 2:00pm
- Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 2:00pm
- Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 6:00 pm after the 5:00 pm Mass
- Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 2:00pm
- Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 2:00pm
- Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 6:00 pm after the 5:00 pm Mass
More Information:
Laura Zordilla
communications@stmartindp.org
512-858-5667 x205