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Sacraments are signs made sacred by Christ to show His presence in the world and to help us reach a closer union with God.
Please contact the parish office for more information.
Baptism:
Infant Baptisms are usually celebrated the last weekend of the month. Parents need to be registered members of the parish and must complete our Baptism Preparation Program.
Stewardship Opportunity:
Baptism Preparation Team: Couples prepare parents for the celebration of their babies’ Baptism. There are two 90 minute sessions with parents and assistance at the celebration. Training available.
Baptism Forms located here
First Eucharist (First Communion):
Our sacramental preparation process centers on catechesis happening in the family, and is supported by Parish Religious Education and the school.
In order to help parents to take on the responsibility of being the primary catechists of their children, they are asked to attend two parent meetings. Following the meetings, parents and children work together at home with materials provided by the parish. Before the celebration of the sacrament, parents and children participate in a workshop.
The parish will provide child care during the parent meetings and the workshop if there is a need - stated in advance - for the service.
There is no fee associated with sacramental preparation, but any family wishing to participate has to register by providing the appropriate documentation to the Director of Lifelong Formation by September 15th.
Stewardship Opportunity:
First Eucharist Preparation Team:
Assists parish Director of Formation with programs and preparations for the celebration.
First Eucharist Forms located here as well as from the Office of the Director of Lifelong Formation.
Confirmation:
Confirmation is the Sacrament that completes initiation into the Catholic Faith.
During this sacrament, the Archbishop anoints the candidates with oil and confers on them the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Incoming 8th graders and older are eligible to begin the process. The preparation and conferral of the Sacrament will last approximately 10 months. High school students or young adults seeking confirmation may have class separately from the 8th graders.
Confirmation is for members of St. Patrick Parish, regardless of the school they attend.
Please see our Youth Ministry section on Confirmation for more information.
Confirmation forms located here
Reconciliation:
Saturdays at 4:00 pm or by appointment as requested.
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First Reconciliation is usually celebrated prior to First Eucharist.
Our sacramental preparation process centers on catechesis happening in
the family, and is supported by Parish Religious Education and the
school.
In order to help parents to take on the responsibility of being the
primary catechists of their children, they are asked to attend two
parent meetings. Following the meetings, parents and children work
together at home with materials provided by the parish. Before the
celebration of the sacrament, parents and children participate in a
workshop.
The parish will provide child care during the parent meetings and
the workshop if there is a need - stated in advance - for the service.
There is no fee associated with sacramental preparation, but any
family wishing to participate has to register by providing the
appropriate documentation to the Director of Lifelong Formation by
September 15th.
Reconciliation forms located here as well as from the Office of the Director of Lifelong Formation.
Marriage:
Couples wishing to celebrate their marriage at St. Patrick must be members of the parish or the children of parishioners. Archdiocesan policy requires a six-month preparation period for the Sacrament of Matrimony. Call the parish office to arrange an appointment with the pastor as early as possible to begin planning.
Stewardship Opportunity:
Marriage Preparation Team: Team positions are currently filled for the 2006/07 year.
Marriage forms located here
ForYourMarriage.org (A Marriage Website):
A new Catholic website designed for every couple. For couples already married and those that are engaged.
Anointing of the Sick:
Celebrated with the seriously ill and aged as well as those in
danger of death, to help achieve spiritual and physical healing. A
person can be anointed more than once.
Communal celebrations held at mass twice yearly
Individual anointing in Eucharistic Chapel after Sunday Masses by appointment
Holy Orders:
Men interested in the Priesthood should contact the parish office to arrange an appointment with the pastor. 
More information can also be found at:
Archdiosese Vocation Office
Office of Diaconate
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