Baptism Registration

Congratulations to you and yours as you welcome this new and precious little one into your family! As you know, Baptism is the first sacrament celebrated in the process of becoming a full member in the Catholic Church. It is the foundation of all other sacraments.

The waters of Baptism symbolize life and death, washing and cleansing, and the mystery of new life out of death. At Baptism, we celebrate and reflect on God's unconditional love and welcome the new member into our faith.

To begin the process of having your child baptised here at St. Michael Parish, please take a few moments now to click on the link below and read the Baptismal Booklet we have prepared for you, which is a step-by-step guide to assist you through the Baptismal process.

Next, if you have not previously attended a Baptismal Instruction class, please fill out the Baptismal Registration Form (found at the bottom of this page) to register, then phone the Parish Office at 781-275-6318 to schedule your class. Baptismal Instruction is held on the 1st Sunday of February, May, August, and November at 1 pm.

Now is the time to choose your child's Godparents. The Church encourages you to choose two Catholic sponsors, but one sponsor may be chosen who is not Catholic, but Christian. The Sponsor [Godparent] Catechesis and Verification Form explains the requirements in full; please click on the link below and read it before choosing your child's Godparents to avoid any hurt feelings.

This form must be filled out in the presence of the priest no later than 30 days before the Baptism.



Again, to begin the process of having your child baptised here at St. Michael Parish, please
 

1. Read our St. Michael Parish Baptismal Booklet
2. Register for your Baptismal Instruction class, if you have not previously taken one with an older child
3. Set the date for your child's baptism
4. Choose your child's Godparents and have them fill out & submit the Sponsor [Godparent] Catechesis & Verification Form.