4 Sacraments

Baptism

THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM AT GUARDIAN ANGELS PARISH, BRAMPTON

The Sacrament of Baptism at Guardian Angels Parish is celebrated only for registered active parish members who live within the zone boundaries of the church. To keep your registration active, we encourage you to use a donation envelope or Pre-Authorized Giving (PAG). Please know that this isn’t about the amount you give, but rather about staying connected with our parish. It helps us keep our records accurate and allows us to easily support your future needs, such as when you might require a letter or certification.

One of the parents of the child must be 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 to travel or having 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. 

New Baptismal Process – Starting May 1, 2026

Preparing for your child's Baptism involves four simple steps. Please review the process below before getting started.

Step 1: Information Q&A Session

This introductory session provides an overview of the sacrament and the preparation process.

  • When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
  • Duration: 45 minutes
  • Location: Zoom

How to register:

  • Email the Baptism team at gapbaptism@gmail.com to let us know you intend to have your child baptized.
  • A Zoom link will be sent to you before the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

After the info session, you will receive an email with the Baptism Registration link. 

Step 2: Submit Required Documentation

Once you receive the Baptism Registration link, upload the following documents online. Do not email your documents — please upload them through the link only.

  • Completed Baptismal Registration Form
  • Copy of child's birth certificate showing the names of the parents
  • Copy of Catholic Baptismal Certificate of the Catholic parent

Please also DROP OFF a physical copy of these documents at the parish office. Do not email your documents — please upload them through the link only.

  • Parish Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Documents may also be dropped off during Sunday Mass

The Baptism Team will review/verify the documents and will notify you by email if anything is missing.

Step 3: Meeting with the Parish Priest

Once your documents are submitted and reviewed/verified by the Baptismal Team, the parish office will call to schedule your meeting with the parish priest. If you have not heard back within 2 weeks of submitting your physical documentation, please follow up your appointment schedule with the parish office by email at guardianangelsbr@archtoronto.org.

We encourage parents to bring the Baptismal donation (suggested amount: $100) when meeting with the priest. This practical act of offering helps cover the admin cost, essential preparation and the purchasing of the baptismal candle, which will become a treasured keepsake of your child's faith journey.

Step 4: Catechesis Session & Mass

Deepen your understanding of the spiritual significance of Baptism alongside other families.

  • When: Every 4th Saturday of the month
  • Duration: 60–90 minutes
  • Location: St. Gabriel / St. Michael Room
  • Attendance: Both parents and godparents are required to attend
  • Requirement: Completion of Steps 1 to 3.

Schedule:

  • 5:00 pm – Community Mass
  • 6:15 pm – Catechesis Session (following Mass)

After the Catechesis session, your Baptism date will be given.

The Celebration of Baptism

Baptisms are typically held on the 2nd or 4th Sunday of the month.

Note: Please ensure all steps above are completed before requesting a Baptism 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:
  1. Copy of the child's non-Catholic Christian Baptism certificate
  2. Copy of the child's birth certificate showing the full names of the parents
  3. Copy of the Catholic Baptism certificate of either parent
  4. CLICK HERE to access the BAPTISM REGISTRATION FORM. 

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

  1. All documents must be in English. Otherwise, they have to be translated to English by a certified translator.
  2. Send the above documents to guardianangelsbr@archtoronto.org