Baptism | First Eucharist | Reconciliation | Confirmation | RCIA | Matrimony | Holy Orders | Anointing of the Sick
Baptism
Baptism brings us into communion with God through the sign of water which cleanses us. From this sacrament flows our Christian life with its privileges and responsibilities. Baptism calls each of us to take our place as active members of Christ, to whom we are united, and the Church.
First Eucharist
A child’s first eucharist is a large milestone in their journey as a Christian. At St. Clare Parish, we prepare children as early as 2nd grade to receive the Sacrament through our Faith Formation Program.
Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Reconciliation allows us to confess our sins to God through a priest. Individual confessions are celebrated every Saturday at 3:00pm-3:30pm and by appointment. Communal celebrations of the Sacrament of Reconciliation are scheduled during Lent and Advent, pending COVID restrictions.
Confirmation
Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist are the three Sacraments of Initiation. In a real way, Confirmation completes Baptism. Those who are confirmed by the Gift of the Holy Spirit are more fully prepared for the fulfilling of their baptismal commissioning. Most ministries in the Church require the celebration of Confirmation.
Preparation for Confirmation is open to all who are at least 8th graders. Catholic adults who have not been confirmed are invited and encouraged to approach the sacrament of Confirmation.
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults
If you are looking for a place to belong, a community with whom you can share your questions and beliefs, perhaps you’d like to find out a bit more about the Catholic Church. Whether the Catholic Church is totally new to you or whether you have already had some Catholic ties sometime in your life, you would be most welcome among us. Our parish community has something very special to offer, and we would like to share it with you.
For inquiring minds, we meet every Tuesday evening from 7pm – 9:00 pm, currently via ZOOM. . There is no need to call first – you are always welcome. Please read the following documents for more information about the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, also known as “RCIA”
Follow this link for more details: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Matrimony
Couples preparing for Marriage are asked to contact one of the parish priests at least six months prior to the date they hope to celebrate their Marriage.
MARRIAGE “BLESSINGS”
Are you Catholic and married in a civil or non-Catholic ceremony? Would you like your Marriage recognized in the Church?
Couples who, for whatever reason, were not married in the Church are welcome to approach one of the priests to learn how their Marriage can be recognized in the Church.
Should either or both parties have previous marriages, we will be happy to assist you to obtain a Declaration of Nullity (annulment) of any previous marriage(s). Please contact one of the priests.
Holy Orders
Among the baptized, there are those who share in ordained ministry, serving the People of God as Priest or Deacon.
For more information, please, contact the parish office by clicking here.
The Anointing of the Sick
From the time of the Apostles, the sick have been anointed with oil, praying for restoration of health and forgiveness of sins.
Although this sacrament was once known as “Last Rites,” the Anointing is not for the dead or only for those close to death. Those who suffer from acute or chronic serious illness or who are weakened because of advanced years are good candidates for the Anointing of the Sick. The sacrament, however, is not celebrated for infants or for children younger than 7 years old.
Please contact the main office (phone number can be found by clicking here) and leave your information.
We hope to celebrate this sacrament communally at Sunday Mass on a regular basis, once the pandemic has ended.