The following steps must be completed before scheduling a Baptism of a child under 7 years of age at St. Theresa. Some families may choose to have thier child Baptised at a different parish, but attend a Baptism Preparation Session at St. Theresa parish. 
 

STEP 1:  Baptism Preparation

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 parent(s) and the godparent(s) must have attended a Baptism Preparation Session within the last three years. If the parent(s) or the godparent(s) have not attended a session within the last three years, they are welcome to register for a session at St. Theresa Catholic Church.

Baptism Preparation Sessions are held in Elmer Hall, RM 202 from 1:30-4:30pm.  *Social distancing will be observed and masks are required.*

• August 8, 2020
• October 10, 2020
• December 12, 2020

***FOR ANYONE THAT FALLS INTO THE HIGH RISK CATEGORY FOR COVID-19, PREPARATION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE***

You MUST call the Parish Office at 512-451-5121 in order to sign up for one of these sessions and fill out and submit the online Baptism Preparation Registration Form.
 

STEP 2:  Submit Required Paperwork

1. Submit a copy of proof of attendance of a Baptism Preparation Session for parent(s).
2. Submit a copy of proof of attendance of a Baptism Preparation Session for godparent(s).
3. Fill out and return the Godparent Covenant completed and signed by each godparent.

4. Submit a copy of the Birth certificate of the child.
5. Fill out and submit the Baptism Registration Form.

STEP 3: Schedule the Baptism 

Once all the above paperwork has been submitted and returned to the church office, you may contact the parish office to schedule the date for the baptism. (NOTE: You may choose to set a date via email by contacting donna-henderson@sttaustin.org . All forms must be attached to the email.