A request to remove the name “Maria” from the baptismal certificate was presented by two different individuals on separate instances. The

request of the first petitioner to remove the “Maria” was denied. Please explain why the two cases were treated differently.

All Requests for Partial Changes are carefully deliberated at the Chancery Office to make sure that the dignity of the Church is upheld at all times. The petitioners are assured that the Chancery Office has no biases regarding its decisions.

The approval or disapproval of a request will depend on the circumstances that lead to the use of the “Maria” name on the baptismal certificate.

Can we delete the name “Maria” from the baptismal certificate? Do the DFA and the Chancery Offices coordinate regarding this?

Whether or not the request to delete the second name “Maria” from the baptismal certificate of an individual will depend on the result of the investigation conducted by the Chancery Office. Each case is dealt with carefully. No, there is no coordination work regarding this matter between the DFA and the Chancery Offices. The DFA is a government body, while the Chancery Office is a Church body.