Sacraments

Baptism is the first sacrament of Christian initiation and the gateway to the Christian life. Through water and the word, a person is freed from sin, reborn as a child of God, united with Christ, and incorporated into the Church. Baptism is received only once and opens the way to the other Sacraments.For more information about Baptism, including its meaning, celebration, and preparation, please follow this link.

Confirmation completes and strengthens the grace received at Baptism. Through the gift of the Holy Spirit, the baptized person is more firmly united to Christ and the Church, strengthened in faith, and equipped to live as a courageous witness to the Gospel in the world.

The Eucharist is the Sacrament in which Christians receive the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. It nourishes spiritual life, unites believers more deeply with Christ and with one another, and makes present the Church’s offering of herself with Christ in worship and thanksgiving.

Reconciliation, also called Penance or Confession, is the Sacrament through which God forgives sins committed after Baptism. Through sincere repentance, confession, and the priest’s absolution, the sinner is spiritually healed and restored to communion with God and the Church.If you plan to have a confession, please consider checking the schedule.

Anointing of the Sick is given to Christians who are seriously ill, weakened by old age, or facing a significant health crisis. Through the anointing with oil and the prayer of the Church, the person receives spiritual strength, peace, courage, and, when beneficial for salvation, healing and forgiveness.

Holy Orders is the Sacrament through which bishops, priests, and deacons receive a sacred mission and authority to serve the Church. Through this Sacrament, ordained ministers preach the word of God, shepherd the faithful, celebrate the Eucharist, administer the Sacraments, and help sanctify God’s people.

Matrimony is the Sacrament that unites a baptized man and woman in a lifelong covenant of love and fidelity. Their marriage reflects the faithful union of Christ and the Church, strengthens them in their shared vocation, and supports the growth of family and Christian community.