Requirements for Baptism

Members and those residing within boundaries...

Baptism classes are held every first Saturday of the month at St. Michael the Archangel, from 10am-12pm. Baptismal class certificate expire 3 years after date of class completion.

 Parent(s):

1. Registration packet at the parish office.
2. Copy of child's birth certificate. (Birth facts are ok temporarily if child is unborn or new born)
3. Baptism class certificate. (If taken within three years whether here or at another parish may be accepted.) Baptism classes are once a month at St. Michael the Archangel. This will be a one-day class from 10AM – 12PM. Please register in advanced as spaces are limited.

Godparent(s): 

1. Registration packet at the parish office.
2. Good Standing from their church pastor is required. 
3. Baptism class certificate. 
4. Copy of Holy Sacraments. (Baptism, Holy Communion, Confirmation) 

Please note: 
Godparents must be at least 16 years of age, fully initiated-practicing Catholics and if married, they must be married in the Catholic Church. (This is Cannon Law). Marriage Certificate copy is required.

If you have two Godparents, one must be a man and one must be a woman. The Godparent should be willing to accept responsibility of assisting the parents in developing the faith life of the child. The Godparent may not be the father or the mother of the one to be baptized.

All documents must be turned in to the office as soon as possible so your child can be on the schedule for next Baptism date. 

You may scan and send by email to karla@stmichaelgptx.org or drop them off during office hours. Please do not turn in any documentation during baptismal class. Any question please call the office at 972-262-0552. We will be glad to help you.  

Please call the office. 

The sacrament of reconciliation is celebrated on Saturday at 8:30am.

For home or hospital visits, please contact the office at 972-262-0552 to arrange date and time.

Contact the parish office 9 months prior to the date of the wedding. Two Programs are required by the Dallas Diocese. Recently issued baptismal with notations certificates are required. Please view the documents related to marriage. A meeting must be set with Joyce Harris (joyce@stmichaelgptx.org) to obtain the others and for explanation of the process. Please call the office to set up an appointment. 

RCIA is for those who are seeking Christ, His sacraments and entry into the Church. If you have questions about entering into the Church or completion of your sacraments please contact Deacon Pete Rodriguez or Gary Garza at rcia@stmichaelgptx.org or visit stmichaelgtpx.org/rcia