Sacramental Preparation
Our first mini-retreat mediation will be October 22 from 4:00–5:30.
These are designed for the child and at least one parent. Please plan on attending as these sessions are required as part of our Sacramental Preparation program.
For further information, please contact the parish office.
Initiation Sacraments
Baptism
Parents who are expecting should contact the office as soon as they can so that the preparation for Baptism can begin. Baptismal classes happen throughout the year; however, there is preliminary information that is required before this preparation so it is beneficial to begin early. Contact us.
"Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 28:19)
Confirmation
Children and Adults who have not been Confirmed and who desire this can contact the staff to see what the requirements are. Contact us
"And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever, that is "the Spirit of Truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it does not behold Him or know Him, but you know Hime because he abides with you, and will be in you." (John 14:16-17)
Eucharist
Classes are provided for Confirmation and First Eucharist for children in grades 2 through 5. It is a requirement that these children have attended faith formation and that their parents have a willingness to assist in their children's faith development. Watch for the schedule in the early fall. Contact us
"And while they were eating Jesus took some bread and after a blessing, He broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, "Take, eat: This is My Body."" (Matthew 26:26)
Healing Sacraments
Reconciliation
Classes are provided for Reconciliation for children in grades 2 through 5. It is a requirement that these children have attended faith formation and that their parents have a willingness to assist in their children's faith development. Watch for the schedule in the early fall. Contact us
"I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you shall bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven." (Matthew 16:19)
Anointing of the Sick
The sacrament of healing, Anointing, is available to those who are in need of it at any time. The parish provides this sacrament at healing Masses within the vicariate at various times throughout the year. Those who have just learned that they are in need of surgery or who are suffering from a difficult illness may request the sacrament at any time. It was once known as the “Last Rites" which could only be given at the end of one's life. This is not the understanding of the sacrament of Anointing. Contact us
"Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord." (James 5:14)
vocation Sacraments
matrimony
Couples who have become engaged should contact the parish as soon as possible. There are many guidelines to have in mind for the preparation of a sacramental, Catholic wedding. It is extremely helpful for couples to know what these guidelines are before they get too far in their plans. Contact us
Decree of Nullity: People who have been previously married and are no longer are invited to contact the office regarding how they might proceed in their lives as Catholics. What is commonly called an Annulment may be discussed in their individual situations. The process is one of healing.
"For this cause a man shall leave his father and mother and shall cleave to his wife; and the two shall become one flesh. This mystery is great; but I am speaking with reference to Christ and the church." (Eph. 5:31-32)
Holy Orders
See the Saginaw Diocese "Is God Calling You to be a Priest"
"Pay close attention to yourself and your teaching; persevere in these things; for as you do this you will insure salvation both for yourself and for those who hear you. " (1 Tim. 4:16)
"Amen, Amen, I say to you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and the Spirit" (John 3:3)
