Baptism prepration involves attending a three hour session that covers in detail the Sacrament of Baptism and the requirements of the Catholic Church. This session also meets the necessary requirements needed to be a godparent at baptism.

The following Steps are necessary to schedule the Baptism of a child up to 7 years of age:

1. Completion of a Baptism Preparation Session within the last 3 years for both parents and godparents.
   • See list of upcoming sessions below.  *You MUST call the Parish Office at 512-451-5121 in order to sign up for one of these sessions.*   
2. Submit a copy of proof of attendance for both parent(s) and godparent(s).
3. Fill out and return the Godparent Covenant completed and signed by each godparent.
   • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Click here for eligibility and godparent requirements.
4. Submit a copy of Birth certificate of the child.
5. Fill out and submit the online Baptism Registration Form..
   • If you require a printed form, please download this PDF form.

  
Once the baptism class is completed, return the above paperwork to the church office to schedule the date for the baptism. (NOTE: You may choose to set a date via email by emailing  donna-henderson@sttaustin.org.  ** All forms must be attached to the email** or turned into the office at once prior to scheduling a date.

Baptism Preparation Sessions (attend one unless you have attended within the previous three years)
Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Elmer Hall, Rm. 202.
Saturday, January 11, 2020 - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Elmer Hall, Rm. 202
Saturday, March 14, 2020 - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Elmer Hall, Rm 202
Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Elmer Hall, Rm 202 

Online preparation is not accepted.

Please contact the church office at 512-451-5121, for more information about requirements, to sign up for the preparation session or to schedule a baptism.  Baptisms are scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays.