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SACRAMENTS

The Latin word sacramentum means "a sign of the sacred." The seven sacraments are ceremonies that point to what is sacred, significant and important for Christians. They are special occasions for experiencing God's saving presence. That's what theologians mean when they say that sacraments are at the same time signs and instruments of God's grace.

Baptism

The Rite of Baptism for infants and young children are offered once a month following the 10 AM mass on the scheduled Sunday.
Required Baptism preparation classes will be offered during the months of February, May, August and November for parents and godparents. Parents should plan accordingly when desiring to baptize an infant/child. Calling and planning ahead will prevent any unnecessary delays in the baptism of your baby after he/she is born.

For those parents desiring to baptize a child beyond the age of 7, please contact the Office of Religious Education for more information.

Specific dates and times will be published in the bulletin and website for these classes or you may call the Office of Religious Education for desired information.

Eucharist

The Body and Blood of Christ is available at all Masses and Communion Services.

To minister to the needs of the sick, Communion can be provided to people in the hospital, nursing home or their home. Call the Rectory to make arrangements.

Family preparation is offered to families who are seeking First Eucharist for their (Grade 2) children. Preparation includes parent meetings, at home participation activities and retreat experiences for both children and parents. Any child seeking this sacrament needs to be participating in an ongoing faith formation process, either through the parish religion program or a Catholic School. For more information, call the Office of Religious Education.

Confirmation

Preparation for the sacrament of confirmation is offered to Grade 11 students, who have been a part of an ongoing faith formation process, either through a parish religion program or a Catholic School. Preparation begins with a parent and student orientation and includes classroom instruction, opportunities for personal growth in service ministry and spiritual growth experiences, interviews and a retreat experience for the candidates.

Reconciliation

Penance or Reconciliation is provided in the Church 20 minutes before Masses begin or anytime by appointment through the Rectory.

Family preparation is offered to families who are seeking First Reconciliation for their (Grade 2) children. Preparation includes parent meetings, at home participation activities and retreat experiences for both children and parents. Any child seeking this sacrament needs to be participating in an ongoing faith formation process, either through the parish religion program or a Catholic School. For more information, call the Office of Religions Education.

Matrimony

Diocesan Policy requires that a couple make arrangements with the pastor at least 6 months prior to the desired date. Call the Rectory.

Anointing of the Sick

To make arrangements for Communion and Anointing call the Rectory during office hours. At other times please call 985-395-7272.

Rite of Christian Burial

Arrangements should be made with a priest by the family of the deceased. Call the Rectory for more information and schedule the service.

Sacramental Preparation for Adults and Older Children

R.C.I.A. ( Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, known as RCIA, is the way the Roman Catholic Church brings adults into full membership. The process is structured to provide information and formation to those who seek a fuller life as Christians in the Catholic tradition.

- Are you unbaptized? Would you like to be baptized in the Catholic faith?

- Are you baptized in another Christian faith and want to explore entry into the Catholic Church?

- Are you married to a Catholic and want to learn more about your spouse’s faith?

- Are you a baptized Catholic, but never celebrated the sacraments of Eucharist or
Confirmation?

Is RCIA for you? If you can answer yes to any of the above questions ,call for more information and concider registering for our next session.

Our Catholic Heritage - For those families who have older children in need of sacraments, we also have a process adapted for children. In the first year, lessons are offered to help catechize students so they may join their peer group. Family preparation is also offered to those who are ready to receive the sacraments appropriate for their age group.

St. Joseph

Catholic Church in Patterson, LA

Liturgy / Sacraments

SACRAMENTS