Catholic Sacraments
The Latin word sacramentum means "a sign of the sacred." The seven sacraments are ceremonies that point to what is sacred, significant and important. They are special occasions for experiencing God's saving presence.
If you learn more about the sacraments, you can celebrate them more fully. To learn more about the individual sacraments, please read on. You'll find easy-to-understand articles and a good sample of common questions and answers.
Baptism
The Sacrament of Baptism is the first step in a lifelong journey of commitment and discipleship. Whether we are baptized as infants or adults, Baptism is the Church's way of celebrating and enacting the embrace of God. Baptisms are scheduled two months in advance; please call the office. Click here to download the Baptism form.
Eucharist
The Eucharist, or Holy Communion, is both a sacrifice and a meal. We believe in the real presence of Jesus, who died for our sins. As we receive Christ's Body and Blood, we also are nourished spiritually and brought closer to God. For First Communion preparation, contact our Religious Education Director.
Reconciliation or Penance
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (also known as Penance or Reconciliation) has three elements: conversion, confession and celebration. In it we find God's unconditional forgiveness; as a result we are called to forgive others. Reconciliation is provided upon request; please contact the office to schedule an appointment.
Confirmation
Confirmation is the Sacrament of mature commitment and a deepening of baptismal gifts. It is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation for Catholics. It is most often associated with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Contact our Religious Education Director for class information.
Marriage
The Sacrament of Marriage, or Holy Matrimony, is a public sign that one gives oneself totally to this other person. It is also a public statement about God: the loving union of husband and wife speaks of family values and also God's values. For your Catholic wedding, please look at this diocesan website page about preparation and requirements: https://srdiocese.org/marriage-preparation
Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, formerly known as Last Rites or Extreme Unction, is a ritual of healing appropriate not only for physical but also for mental and spiritual sickness. If you or someone you know is in need of this Sacrament, please contact the parish office.
Holy Orders
Holy Orders is the Sacrament where men who have been educated in theology and other sacred sciences are ordained as deacons, priests or bishops.
If you learn more about the sacraments, you can celebrate them more fully. To learn more about the individual sacraments, please read on. You'll find easy-to-understand articles and a good sample of common questions and answers.
Baptism
The Sacrament of Baptism is the first step in a lifelong journey of commitment and discipleship. Whether we are baptized as infants or adults, Baptism is the Church's way of celebrating and enacting the embrace of God. Baptisms are scheduled two months in advance; please call the office. Click here to download the Baptism form.
Eucharist
The Eucharist, or Holy Communion, is both a sacrifice and a meal. We believe in the real presence of Jesus, who died for our sins. As we receive Christ's Body and Blood, we also are nourished spiritually and brought closer to God. For First Communion preparation, contact our Religious Education Director.
Reconciliation or Penance
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (also known as Penance or Reconciliation) has three elements: conversion, confession and celebration. In it we find God's unconditional forgiveness; as a result we are called to forgive others. Reconciliation is provided upon request; please contact the office to schedule an appointment.
Confirmation
Confirmation is the Sacrament of mature commitment and a deepening of baptismal gifts. It is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation for Catholics. It is most often associated with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Contact our Religious Education Director for class information.
Marriage
The Sacrament of Marriage, or Holy Matrimony, is a public sign that one gives oneself totally to this other person. It is also a public statement about God: the loving union of husband and wife speaks of family values and also God's values. For your Catholic wedding, please look at this diocesan website page about preparation and requirements: https://srdiocese.org/marriage-preparation
Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, formerly known as Last Rites or Extreme Unction, is a ritual of healing appropriate not only for physical but also for mental and spiritual sickness. If you or someone you know is in need of this Sacrament, please contact the parish office.
Holy Orders
Holy Orders is the Sacrament where men who have been educated in theology and other sacred sciences are ordained as deacons, priests or bishops.
