"Jesus began his risen life by giving the apostles power to forgive sins. the sacrament of Reconciliation continues His work of forgiving and reconciling. It celebrates the prodigal's return to the eternally merciful Father, renewing the sinner's union with God and also, with the community, in as much as, our sins harm our brothers and sisters."   NCD

The sacrament of Reconciliation is offered on Saturdays at 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Special Communal Reconciliation Services are held during Advent and Lent.

MATRIMONY

Arrangements are to be made at the parish office one year before the scheduled date of marriage.

VISITING THE SICK

If admitted to a hospital or confined at home, please call the parish office to arrange for a visit, communion and/or Anointing of the sick. Communal anointing Services in Advent and Lent.

BAPTISM

"Preparation for Baptism of infants is a “teachable” moment, when the Parish Community can encourage parents to reexamine the meaning which faith has in their lives. In offering catechesis to parents and sponsors the Church shows it’s love for and eagerness to support them, as well as, their children." NCD

Because we are sensitive to the needs of parents we make Baptism a priority of our community. Pre-Baptism classes are held the last Tuesday of every month, while Baptism takes place every Sunday during the year. Arrangements should be made in advance of the classes by calling the office. 499-4494

FIRST EUCHARIST

“Eucharist and Church are the basic realities, bearing the same names; Communion and Body of Christ. The Eucharist increases charity within the visible community.” -NCD

Children must have attended at least two years of Religious Education in order to receive the sacrament of First Eucharist and First Reconciliation. Classes meet Tuesdays at 6:30 PM during the school year.

CONFIRMATION

“Confirmation emphasized the transformation of life by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in His fullness. Confirmed Christians claim fully as their own, the new life into which they were first initiated at Baptism.” NCD

All candidates must be pre-registered for classes which will begin on September 24 at 6:30 PM. September 24 will be for Candidates and Parents orientation. Remember, all candidates must be pre-registered before September 24.

C.I.C.C.A.

Christian Initiation of Children of Catechetical Age is a movement within the Church to meet the needs of special circumstances that may present a child of catechetical age (over the age of 7) who has thus now had no Religious Education background and has not received the Sacrament of Baptism or may have been Baptized in another Faith. This movement is designed for children who have a desire for full initiation in the Roman Catholic community.

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