CHILDREN'S BAPTISM In order for a child to be baptized at St. Paul’s Church:
Parents and godparents shouldattend a Baptism Seminar. It is encouraged to attend the Seminar even before the birth of the child.
Parents should book the Baptism ceremony with the Parish Office. At any time after taking the Seminar, parents can book their child's Baptism by submitting the documents listed below to the Parish Office. The date of Baptism can be fixed at that time.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Register for Baptism Seminar There are no requirements necessary for registration. Documents Required in order to book the Baptism Ceremony (10 Days prior to Baptism, usually after completing Baptism Seminar)
Photocopy/ Scan of the Church Marriage Certificate of the parents.
Photocopy/ Scan of Birth Certificate of the child
Baptism Seminar Certificate for parents and godparents
Photocopy/Scan of Confirmation certificates of Godfather and Godmother or Church Marriage certificate
Parents and godparents from other parishes require a 'no objection' letter from their parish priest
Note:
All required documents can be submitted to the parish office in hard copy, or sent by email to info@stpaulsabudhabi.org Please send all required documents in a single email with subject "Baptism of (name of child)".
Please note:
Godparents (One Male & One Female) must be baptized and confirmed Catholics and there must be at least one Godparent