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SACRAMENTS
The sacramental life of the Church is an integral part of our faith. In the sacraments, we celebrate through ritual
and symbol, the Lord’s presence in our lives.
- The sacraments of initiation are Baptism, Eucharist,
and Confirmation
- The sacraments of healing are Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick
- The sacraments
of vocation are Matrimony and Holy Orders
BAPTISM
Parents of children to be baptized
are expected to be registered members of the parish; or, have a letter from their pastor granting his approval for the baptism
to be performed at this parish, requesting that the parents receive baptism instruction. See the pastor at Sacred Heart
of Jesus Parish at least one month in advance.
Godparents selected must be practicing Catholics.
EUCHARIST
As Catholics, we believe the Eucharist is the source and summit of Christian life.” The celebration of the Eucharist
through the Mass, is the central service of worship for Roman Catholics. Mass at Sacred Heart is offered at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday
through Friday, with a Communion Service scheduled for each Monday at 9:00 a.m. The anticipated Sunday Mass is celebrated
each Saturday at 5:00 p.m., and Sunday Masses are celebrated at 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. For holydays with obligation, a Vigil
Mass is said at 6:00 p.m. the day preceding the holyday. The actual holyday Mass (with or without obligation) is celebrated
at 9:00 a.m. Homebound parishioners can have Holy Communion brought to their homes by calling the staff of the Church Office
at 922-2062.
FIRST COMMUNION
To prepare for First Communion, a child must have (1)
received the Sacrament of Baptism, (2) be at least 7 years of age, (3) have completed one year of religious instruction
prior to enrollment in the First Communion class, and (4) regularly attend Sunday Mass with his/her family. Preparation
for First Communion requires cooperation between the pastor, teachers and parents. The First Communion class is part of the
CCD Program.
CONFIRMATION
Ninth grade students (and above) are eligible for the reception
of the Sacrament of Confirmation. Confirmation preparation is presented as part of the parish CCD Program. Weekly meetings
and a retreat allow time for faith-sharing and the journey toward a maturing faith that is celebrated in the sacrament.
RECONCILIATION
Catholics are required to confess their sins to a priest at least once a
year. The Rite of Reconciliation stresses the healing presence of Christ. After an examination of conscience, we seek forgiveness
while recognizing our continuous dependence on His love and mercy.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession/Penance)
is scheduled 45 to 15 minutes before each Mass and by appointment with the pastor.
MARRIAGE
Your wedding is a religious ceremony solemnly celebrating the joyful, life-long covenant of love between a man and a woman.
Marriage is a sacrament of the Church, wherein God gives to a man and a woman, the grace necessary to live a married life
according to Christian principles. It demands, therefore, serious and prayerful preparation.
The pastor and
deacons at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish will assist an engaged couple in planning their ceremony and help them prepare for
their life together. Engaged couples requesting information about Matrimony should contact the pastor at least six months
prior to the tentative date of the wedding.
HOLY ORDERS
If you believe your vocation
may be to serve God, either as a priest or as a deacon, you can contact the pastor who will help you contact the Vocations
Director for the diocese.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
Anointing of the Sick gives spiritual
strength and healing to those who are aged or ill. In the event of serious illness or medical emergency, Anointing of the
Sick, and The Eucharist, may be arranged by calling the Parish Office during office hours; or, the pastor’s home, after
hours. Parishioners are encouraged to contact the pastor for anointing before hospitalization.
Information prepared
by Deacons Gieringer and Lipsmeyer
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