Baptism

THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM AT GUARDIAN ANGELS PARISH, BRAMPTON

The Sacrament of Baptism at Guardian Angels Parish is celebrated only for registered parish members who live within the zone boundaries of the church.
One of the parents of the child must be at a baptized Catholic and regularly practicing the Catholic faith.

If you are not a registered member of Guardian Angels Parish but wish to have your child baptized at Guardian Angels Church, you will need to get a letter of permission from the parish priest of your home parish before submitting via email to Guardian Angels Parish the required Baptism Registration documents .

PLEASE DO NOT MAKE ANY ARRANGEMENTS (i.e., reception, flights of baptism attendees, etc.) WITHOUT THE PARISH OFFICE CONFIRMING THE DATE OF BAPTISM.
If you are expecting visitors travelling to attend your child's baptism, please plan the submission of your child's Baptism Application documents considering the three months parish registration requirement for new parishioners.

Baptisms are held every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month after the 12:00 noon Mass.

Our baptism process has changed, please send an email to the Parish Office at guardianngelsbr@archtoronto.org

Starting May 1, 2026 - New Baptismal Process

Step 1: Information Q&A Session

When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: Zoom This introductory session provides an overview of the sacrament and the preparation process.

Please email gapbaptism@gmail.com of your intention to have your child baptized. A zoom link will be provided to you.
Attend the Q&A session first before submitting the required documents.

Requirements:
- After the Information Q&A Session, submit the following documents to gapbaptism@gmail.com
  - Completed Baptismal Registration Form. Click here.
  - Copy of child's birth certificate showing the names of the parents
  - Copy of Catholic Baptismal Certificate of Catholic parent
Action: Complete and submit all required registration forms during or immediately following this session.

Step 2: Catechesis Session & Mass

Duration: 60–90 minutes | Location: St. Gabriel / St. Michael Room Deepen your understanding of the spiritual significance of Baptism alongside other families.

When: Every 4th Saturday of the month.
Attendance: Both parents and Godparents are required to attend.
Schedule:
- 5:00 PM: Community Mass
- 6:15 PM: Catechesis Session (following Mass)

Step 3: Meeting with the Parish Priest

Once your documents are submitted and sessions are attended, the final step is a personal meeting with our Parish Priest.

Booking: Please contact the Parish Office directly to schedule your appointment at guardianangelsbr@archtoronto.org
The Outcome: During this meeting, you will officially confirm and set the date for your child’s Baptism.

Step 4: The Celebration of Baptism

Baptisms are typically held on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. > Note: Please ensure all steps above are completed before requesting a specific date. We look forward to welcoming your child into our faith community!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
For answers to frequently asked questions, please click here.

PROFESSION OF FAITH of CHILDREN / RECEPTION INTO FULL COMMUNION WITH THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
For children who were baptized non-Catholic Christian (with valid baptism) but the Catholic parent has not done the Profession of Faith on behalf of the child.
Children under catechetical age are received into the Catholic Church by virtue of the Profession of Faith of their parent(2).
The children participate in the ceremony with their parents so that the intent of the parents is clear.

1. Prepare the electronic copies (in PDF or JPG format) of the following:

Copy of the child's non-Catholic Christian Baptism certificate
Copy of the child's birth certificate showing the full names of the parents
Copy of the Catholic Baptism certificate of either parent
CLICK HERE to access the BAPTISM REGISTRATION FORM.

We reserve the right to request the parent to show the original of the required documents

2. All documents must be in English. Otherwise, they have to be translated to English by a certified translator.

3. Send the above documents to guardianangelsbr@archtoronto.org