The Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church
The Sacraments of Initiation
Baptism
Baptism is the foundation of the entire Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door that grants access to the other Sacraments.
Through Baptism, we are freed from sin and reborn as children of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church, and share in her mission.*
Our parish community warmly welcomes and supports those who seek this gateway Sacrament, both as adults and for their children.
Please contact us for more information.
Confirmation
Confirmation is the sacrament that completes Baptism.
It marks a significant moment in the life of a Catholic, when a young Catholic (or adult) freely chooses to live as God’s child, relying on the power of the Holy Spirit to bear witness to God’s love and strength in their lives.
Please feel free to speak with us about this important Sacrament.
The Eucharist
The Holy Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life** because it is the Sacrament in which Jesus Christ gives us His Body and Blood, so that we might offer ourselves to Him in love; the true effect of the Eucharist is the transformation of man into God.†
Holy Eucharist is celebrated daily (see Mass times).
You are warmly invited to spend time in Christ’s presence during Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Friday and Saturday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30am.
If you would like your child to be prepared to receive this Sacrament, please contact us.
The Sacraments of Healing and Reconciliation
Reconciliation
This Sacrament of healing is a precious gift of God’s forgiveness, mercy, and love.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available daily in our parish, before Mass, and during Adoration on Friday and Saturday mornings at 10:30am.
During certain times of the liturgical year, special services for Reconciliation are offered. If you would like your child to be prepared to receive this Sacrament, please contact us.
Anointing of the Sick
The Anointing of the Sick is administered to provide spiritual and physical strength to those suffering from illness, particularly during the time of death.
This Sacrament can be administered in church, in hospital, or at home. The special grace of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick unites the sick person to the Passion of Christ, for their own good and that of the whole Church. It offers strength, peace, and courage to endure the sufferings of illness or old age in a Christian manner, and provides forgiveness of sins if the sick person was unable to obtain it through the Sacrament of Penance (Reconciliation).
Communion for the Sick:
If you know of anyone who is unable to attend church or is in hospital, please contact the parish office to arrange visits and the reception of Holy Communion.
The Sacraments of Communion and Mission
Marriage
The Sacrament of Marriage is a lifelong partnership between a man and a woman, directed towards the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of children. Christ elevated marriage to the dignity of a Sacrament, as it serves as a profound witness of God’s love to the world.
For further information about preparation for this Sacrament and marriage in our church, please contact us.
Our parish values and supports the ongoing formation of parents as he primary teachers of faith for their children. This support is provided during preparation for the Sacraments and is encouraged as a regular part of parish life.
Holy Orders
Christ entrusted his apostles with the mission to proclaim, preach the Good News, and heal His people.§
Through this Sacrament, the Church’s mission continues by the ordination of deacons, priests, and bishops.
If you feel called to the diaconate or priesthood, explore this vocations website or speak with one of the priests.
* CCC 2121 | ** Lumen Gentium 11 | † St. Thomas Aquinas | § Mark 16:15-18 and Matthew 28:18-20
‘The Sacrament in all the sacraments is Christ Himself. Through Him, we, who are lost in selfishness, grow and mature into the true life that has no end.'
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