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Sacraments
The Sacraments are efficacious signs of grace, instituted
by Christ and entrusted to the church, by which divine life is
dispensed to us. (CCC #1131)
The fruit of sacramental life is both personal and ecclesial.
For every one of the faithful on the one hand, this fruit is life
for God in Christ Jesus; for the Church, on the other, it is an
increase in charity and in her mission of witness. (CCC #1134)
The Sacrament of Baptism
All parents presenting a child for baptism are to attend a one-evening
preparation program, hosted by parishioners. This program offers
an opportunity to meet other parents and to understand more fully
the choice you are making in sharing the gift of faith with your
children. Classes are held on the second Thursday of January,
February, March, May, June, July, September, October, in November
from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
To attend a class called Lisa Lorenz at the Parish Office (661-6565).
For information regarding baptism of children in grades K-8, contact
Kris Schoettmer (661-6565).
The Sacrament of Reconciliation
Children in Grade 2 and older participate in a special First Reconciliation
/Confession service in December. Registration for preparation
is available from the Parish Religious Education Office. The schoolchildren
and Sunday PSR children participate in the Sacrament of minimum
of twice a year. Parish communal reconciliation services are held
during Lent in Advent.
The Sacrament of Eucharist
The reception of First Eucharist is open to all students in Grade
2 and older. Parish celebrations are held in the spring of each
year. Registration for preparation and celebration is available
from Kris Schoettmer (661-6565).
The Sacrament of Confirmation
Each year students in Grade 7 through 18 years of age or invited
to enroll in the preparation program for the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Candidates will share in class instructions, spiritual formation,
Christian witness and community formation. Students are required
to participate in service projects. Service opportunities are
available throughout the year. Contact the Parish Office (661-6565).
The Sacrament of Marriage
Engaged couples are to contact the Parish Office as soon as they
begin plans for their marriage and at least six months in advance.
No date should be set or reception hall reserved until the couple
has met with the priest/deacon of the church. Couples are expected
to participate in the Marriage Preparation Program.
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
Please contact the Parish Office to receive the Sacrament of Anointing
for anyone who is seriously ill or anticipating surgery. Each
fall the sacrament is administered at the weekend masses for those
experiencing ill health due to advanced age, long-term physical,
or emotional difficulties. Healing Masses/Services of the Roman
Catholic charismatic tradition are held the first Wednesday of
each month at 7:30 p.m.
The Sacrament of Holy Orders/Vocations to Priesthood &
Religious Life
Persons interested in becoming priests, deacons, Sisters, or Brothers
should contact one of the parish priests, the Pastoral Associate,
or the Archdiocesan Vocation Office (421-3131) for more information.
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