Baptism is the celebration of new life in the Christian community and the gateway to all
other sacraments. To schedule a baptism, contact the pastor.
Confirmation is an acceptance of the faith proclaimed baptism and celebrates maturing
faith. Confirmation for those baptized as infants is normally celebrated in the junior or senior
year of high school. Those people should contact the youth minister.
Confirmation of adults is covered by the RCIA process. Contact the pastoral associate for
more information about this.
First Eucharist celebrates the receiving of Our Lord in the Holy Sacrament for the first time.
It is normally celebrated during the spring of second grade. Children are required to attend
religious education for one year prior to celebrating first communion. Contact the pastoral
associate to register.
Reconciliation restores our relationship with our heavenly Father and our human
neighbors. Reconciliation is offered each Saturday at 4:00 p.m. or by appointment.
Children generally celebrate their first reconciliation during the fall of their second grade
year.
Anointing of the Sick calls on the Spirit for the grace to endure sickness and suffering.
Anointing can be celebrated at any time. Contact the pastor for anointing prior to going to
the hospital for surgery or before your illness becomes critical. Occasionally, anointing
services will be offered at area churches.
Matrimony is the sacrament uniting a man and women to live in God's grace as husband
and wife. Weddings should be scheduled a year in advance to allow time for marriage
preparation classes. Contact the pastor to schedule a wedding.
Preparing for your marriage www.foryourmarriage.org
Holy Orders calls on men to serve as ministers in the church. Those interested in studying
for the permanent diaconate or priesthood should contact the archdiocesan office.