Parent(s) must be registered and active members of the parish for at least six months and are expected to attend one session with the pastor on the meaning of Baptism prior to the celebration of the Sacrament. Godparents (one man and one woman), if not from the parish, must have a letter from their pastor stating that they are practicing Catholics and able to serve as sponsor. It is encouraged that both Godparents be Catholic, but one may be a non-Catholic and serve as a Christian witness.