Catholic Sacramental Life
Baptism:
Parents (who are registered parishioners) and godparents are
prepared by prayer and instruction at a Baptism class held the second
Tuesday of every month. Call the
Office and speak to Deacon Croce to sign up for the class. Godparents must be confirmed and obtain a Sponsor Certificate from their own Catholic parish. Baptisms take place on the second Sunday
of the month during the 10:30am Mass or the third Sunday of the month at an
11:45am ceremony.
Communion & Confirmation:
If not enrolled in a Catholic school, parents are to “provide for the
suitable Catholic education of their children.” (Code of Canon Law, #798) The Office of Religious Education and
Youth Ministry prepares children and teens ages 5-16 for a life of ‘faith
and good works’ as disciples of Jesus Christ.
Rite of Christian Initiation of
Adults & Adult Confirmation: Adults (16+)
desiring any or all Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Holy
Communion, or Confirmation) should call the Office. New classes begin each September. Catholics who have already made their
First Holy Communion join the Adult Confirmation Program. Anyone preparing for First Holy
Communion are enrolled in the RCIA process.
Reconciliation:
Confessions are heard Saturdays
from 3:00 – 3:30pm or by appointment. Those seeking spiritual direction should schedule a private
conversation with the priest.
Matrimony:
Arrangements begin with an Initial
Interview with our pastor before
a wedding date can be set. A
minimum of 6 months is required for preparations, including the FOCCUS
Inventory and the Engaged Encounter.
Call the pastor for an appointment before making any plans for your reception.
Anointing of the Sick & Pastoral Care: Our
pastor, deacon, and ministers are privileged to visit anyone who cannot
worship with us because of age, illness or handicap. Please inform the Office when a
parishioner is admitted to an area hospital or convalescent facility. Due to new Federal privacy laws, this is
the only way we will know about their admittance.
Vocations to the Priesthood,
Religious Life & Diaconate: If you believe
God may be “calling” you, speak with Father Forsyth or Deacon Croce. They will introduce you to the
Archdiocesan Vocation Director, Father Fontana or you may call him directly
at 860-286-7670.
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