St. Francis de Sales Parish

The Baptism Preparation is an evening session from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.  It includes discussions of Catholic parenting and the Rite of Baptism.

This session is usually held on the first Tuesday of each month in church.  No advance registration is needed for this session.  

Upcoming dates for this session are: 

2012:  February  7, March 6, April 3, May 1.

The Covenant Program is a day-long retreat, from 9:00

Were you baptized in the Catholic Church but never made your First Communion or Confirmation?  We invite you to join the Rite of Chri

First Communion at St. Francis Parish is normally celebrated in the Spring of second grade; however preparation programs are also available for older children and teens.  

WHO IS INVITED?

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available every Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available every Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

CONFIRMATION OF ADULTS

The baptism of a baby or small child is a wonderful and important celebration. 

To prepare for baptism of an infant or small child, the parents need to do 3 things:

Preparation for Teens

Preparation for Adults

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Are you an adult who wishes to be baptized?

Were you baptized in another Christian Church and now wish to join the Catholic Church?

Teens in grades 8-12 who have not yet been baptized will usually be prepared for Baptism, Fi

If children & teens are coming to the Catholic Church for the first time with their parents, the entire family  will be prepared to join our Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation

Q.  When is the best time to prepare for my child’s baptism?

Please find attached the wedding guidelines currently in use.

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