The selection of Godparents for the Sacrament of Baptism should be done with care and consideration of the faith life of each person. The church's law for this sacrament requires that the Godparent be:

1. At least 16 years of age
2. NOT the father or mother of the child.
3. A fully initiated Catholic, which means he or she has received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation
4. A Catholic in good standing, which means attending Holy Mass every week, living according to the teachings of the Catholic Church, and if married, married validly in the Catholic Church by a bishop, priest, or deacon.

Sponsor certificates are required of all who are asked to be Godparents.

Please note that only one Catholic sponsor is required for Baptism, but 2 are preferred, a Godmother and Godfather.  (not 2 Godmothers or 2 Godfathers)