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How can I get a copy of a Baptismal Certificate?

When requesting a copy of a baptismal certificate, it is helpful to provide the name of the person, and as much information as possible about the date and/or year invovled.

Baptismal certificates are maintained by the parish at which the baptism occurred, so contact the parish directly. You can find the names and contact information of all current Episcopal churches in WNY by using our church directory.

If a church has closed, its records are transferred to the diocesan office.



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God and Religion

Why is God important?

God is important to me because God is the one being in the universe I can count on to stick around! Think about it: Sooner or later all people die. Sooner or later all animals die. Even mountains wear down and stars burn out, given enough time! The only being who won't die is God. That makes God special, in my opinion.

God will always be there for me—and when I die, God will still be there for me. Since God has seen it all, from the beginning of time, I trust God's wisdom.

Besides, you just gotta love someone who could invent penguins!

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