Sacraments
BAPTISM
A Pre-Baptismal class is required for a couple’s first child. Please call the rectory to make arrangements. Sunday Baptisms after the 10:00am mass are preferred.
Godparents have the privileged role of assisting parents to nurture the child's faith from childhood though maturity. According to Canon Law (#872-874):
- A godparent must be at least sixteen years of age
- Be fully initiated into the faith (i.e. has received the sacraments of initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist).
- He or she should lead a life of faith in harmony with the duty undertaken.
- The godparent may not be one of the parents of the child being baptized.
- One godparent is required for Baptism and a maximum of two can participate in the ritual and be recorded in the baptismal record.
- Only one Catholic godparent is required.
FIRST RECONCILIATION
Students in Grade 2 or Age 7 participate in a parish Sacramental Preparation program for First Penance / First Reconciliation. This is for students in Catholic and Public Schools. Please contact the Faith Formation Office at (716) 514-9405 for information.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
Students in Grade 3 or Age 7 participate in a parish Sacramental Preparation program for First Holy Communion. This is for students in Catholic and Public Schools. Please contact the Faith Formation Office at (716) 514-9405 for information.
CONFIRMATION
Typically, 10th Graders participate in a parish Sacramental Preparation program for Confirmation. This is for students in Catholic and Public High Schools. A Community Service component is also a requirement. Please contact the Faith Formation Office at (716) 514-9405 for information.
MARRIAGE
Before a wedding is scheduled, arrangements must be made with the parish priest at least 6 months in advance. Attendance at an approved Diocesan preparation program for marriage is required.
It is imperative to call the Parish Office at (716) 433-8118 ext. 104 before making any Marriage plans.
