Infant Baptism
Parents: First Teachers of Faith
Parents are their child’s first and best teachers of faith. Raising a child in the
Catholic faith isn’t just a duty — it’s a sacred privilege and a precious gift.
Children come to know God through the love you show, the example you live, and
the faith woven into daily family life.
As parents, you are called to:
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Pray with your child and nurture faith at home.
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Bring them for Sunday Mass and faith formation.
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Guide them through the Sacraments — Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.
For baptism, at least one parent must be a practicing Catholic. If not, the parish will
journey with you to support your promise to raise your child in the faith.
Faithful parents raise faithful children.
Godparents: Faith Companions for Life
Godparents share a special calling — to walk with parents in nurturing their godchild’s faith. They promise to pray for, guide, and support the child in their journey with God.
Godparents are called to:
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Live as a faith example
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Pray regularly for their godchild
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Be present and celebrate important faith milestones
To be a Catholic godparent, you must:
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Be at least 16 years old.
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Be fully initiated and practicing the faith (attending Mass and living it daily).
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If married, be married into the Catholic Church.
A godparent's faith is a light that helps guide a child to God.