Sacrament of Penance
7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; 3:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Celebration of the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation
For celebrations of the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, original versions of the required documents should be submitted in person at the time of reservation with the Sacristy. Documents submitted via email will not be accepted. Moreover, for the celebration of Confirmation, no more than 35 candidates will be confirmed at the same time.
Documents required for the Sacrament of Baptism
Birth Certificate of the Candidate for Baptism
Certificate of Baptismal Preparation
Authorization by the local parish priest
Letter of Good Standing for godparents, from their parish priest.
Documents required for the Sacrament of Confirmation
Baptism Certificate
Certificate of Preparation class for Confirmation
Authorization from the local parish priest, for children under the age of 16
Letter of Good Standing for godparents, from their own parish priest