SACRAMENTS | sts mary and matthew

The Seven Sacraments of a Catholic Life

The sacraments are sacred rituals, in which God's grace is instilled by the Holy Spirit.

Baptism

Sacrament of Initiation

Baptism

Baptism makes one a Child of God, an Heir of Heaven, a Disciple of Christ, and a member of the Roman Catholic Church.

Baptism

Reconciliation

Sacrament of Healing

First Reconciliation

This sacrament focuses on recognizing the need for forgiveness while also exploring the meaning of the symbols, gestures, prayers, and Scriptures.

Reconciliation

First Eurcharist

Sacrament of Initiation

First Eucharist

Children are encouraged to prepare for the Sacrament of First Eucharist as they near the age of seven. Students must complete one full year of Faith Formation or Catholic School the year immediately prior to the year she/he prepares to receive the Sacrament.

First Eucharist

Sacrament of Initiation

Confirmation

“The most important influence on the religious and spiritual lives of adolescents is their parents.”

Soul Searching by Christian Smith

Confirmation

Matrimony

Sacrament of Commitment

Matrimony

Marriage, the "covenant by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life ..."

Matrimony

Sacrament of Commitment

Holy Orders

Vocations Prayer

Lord, let me know clearly the work you are calling me to do. Grant me the grace and generosity I need to answer your call with courage and love, for to do your will is my joy and my peace. Amen.

Holy Orders

Anointing of the sick

Sacrament of Healing

Anionting of the Sick

The Sacrament of the "Anointing of the Sick" is a healing encounter with the Risen Lord Jesus Christ.

It can be administered for any spiritual, emotional or physical healing and for inner strength during illness or at any difficult time in life.

Anointing the Sick