Sacraments
Sacraments
From baptism through the anointing of the sick, Christ is present every time each sacrament is celebrated..
The Seven Sacraments
The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) affirms that “the seven sacraments touch all the stages and all the important moments in Christian life. They give birth and increase healing and mission to the Christian’s life of faith.”
Baptism
For Catholics, the sacrament of Baptism is the first step in a lifelong journey of commitment and discipleship.
Reconciliation
The sacrament of Reconciliation, also known as Penance, has three elements: conversion, confession and celebration
Marriage
The loving union of a husband and wife speaks of family values and God’s values.
Holy Orders & Vocations
Holy orders, or Ordination, is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Christ to his apostles continues to be exercised in the Church. The ritual of healing is available for spiritual, physical and mental illness.
Eucharist
As Catholics, we believe the Eucharist is the real presence of Jesus Christ and that He lovingly offers Himself as spiritual nourishment with each celebration of the Mass.
Confirmation
Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace.
Anointing of the Sick
The ritual of healing is available for spiritual, physical and mental illness..