BAPTISMS – For Infants and Children Under the Age of 7, time and dates must be arranged through the church office by calling 954-941-7647
Requirements
Child:
- Original state birth certificate
Parents:
- Should be registered, active members of Assumption Church or another Catholic Church
- If not a member of our church, the parents must provide a letter of permission from their pastor to baptize their child outside of their parish
- If you are not a registered member of a Catholic Church, you must request this letter of permission from your local Catholic Church
- We must have approval from both parents allowing the child to be baptized
Godparents/Sponsors:
- Godparents must be baptized Catholics, 16 years old and older, and have received the sacrament of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. If Godparents are married, must be married in the Catholic Church. Only two godparents are permitted.
- At least one godparent is required. The godparent must be a baptized Catholic who meets all of the above requirements.
- Per Canon Law, a second godparent may also be chosen if they meet the same requirements. If someone wishes to participate but does not meet the requirements, they may serve as a witness instead.
Please call the Rectory, 954-941-7647, at least two months prior to your desired date.