Sacraments
CONFIRMATION INFORMATION:
For further information please contact Tony Florio [email protected] and Florie Mariano in the Parish Office [email protected]
Youth aged 13+ (grade 8 and up) can register for the sacrament of Confirmation. Proof of Baptism, 1st Reconciliation and 1st Holy Communion are required at registration.
- Students attending ESPHS will have the opportunity to complete the preparation course required to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation during “Flex Block” Course will be delivered from January 28 to May 6. Students please ensure that you are registered for this session.
- Students who are not attending ESPHS but want to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this year will meet separately at the church to complete the preparation program. Dates and times to be determined. Those interested in joining this group must contact Florie Mariano ASAP and submit a registration form.
For further information please contact Tony Florio [email protected] and Florie Mariano in the Parish Office [email protected]
Youth aged 13+ (grade 8 and up) can register for the sacrament of Confirmation. Proof of Baptism, 1st Reconciliation and 1st Holy Communion are required at registration.
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Baptism
Parents of infants/young children aged 0-7, can pick up a Baptism Preparation Package on the church bulletin board or by downloading the files (below) . One hour preparation sessions are held throughout the year (exception during Advent, Lent, July & August). We typically celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism 8 times a year, during Sunday masses.
1st Reconciliation / 1st Holy Communion Children aged 8+ (grade 3 and up) can register for preparation for the sacraments of 1st Reconciliation (Confession) and 1st Holy Communion. Proof of Baptism in the Catholic Church is required at the time of registration. Please see Registration form below FIRST RECONCILIATION: The course presentation has been completed. Make up classes to be scheduled during the week of Dec. 13, to Dec. 18, 2022 Dec. 13, at 6:15pm - by Susan Waddell - In the Church Dec. 15, at 6:15pm - by Cygni Brown - In the Church Dec. 18 at 2:00pm - by Sara George - In the Church Celebration of First Reconciliation to be scheduled one evening during the week of Jan. 02, to Jan. 07 -details to follow- First Communion Preparation: Jan 15, 2023 Jan 22. Jan 29 Feb.05 Feb 12 Feb 19 First Communion: Date will be announced later First Communion may be celebrated at the 5:00 pm Saturday evening mass or at any of the Sunday morning masses. First Communion will be April 16, on any of the weekend masses. Please check this site often or possible changes and updates
Marriage Couples planning to be married must contact the parish at least one year in advance. The first step before booking the date, church or reception site is to speak to the parish priest (initial interview). Marriage preparation is required of all couples planning to be married in the Church. Contact the Parish Office to set up an initial interview. Marriage Preparation Course: This course runs over two consecutive weekends beginning Friday evening at 6:30 with registration, payment of the fee and an opening session. The course begins again on Saturday morning at 9:00 am until 2:00 pm and is completed the following Saturday starting at 9:00 am Dates for Marriage Preparation Courses in 2024 will be announced shortly
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Reconciliation
The sacrament of Reconciliation is offered a half hour before each Mass or by making an appointment with a priest. Everyone is encouraged to go to confession at least once a year (the Church requires it). Check out the videos below for more information on Reconciliation: 'Confession - A "How To" For Those Who Forget' video by Kate & Mike Catholic Crusade https://youtu.be/aanWr-ugFS8 'How Do I Go to Confession' video by Outside da Box https://youtu.be/Ib8pzvnnL20 'Sacraments 101: Penance (why we confess)' video by Busted Halo https://youtu.be/Wz5-vu6A58E R.C.I.A.
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