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Sacraments

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Baptism

For Catholics, Baptism is the first of three Sacraments of Initiation received in a lifelong journey of commitment and discipleship. The Sacraments of Initiation also include First Communion and Confirmation, which are received later on in the course of our Faith journey.  Whether we are baptized as infants or adults, Baptism is the Church's way of celebrating and enacting the embrace of God and this faith community.

Requirements
Parents seeking Baptism must be registered members of our parish or have a letter of permission from the pastor of their parish. Registration forms are available through the church office. Parishioners are encouraged to prepare for Baptism of their child during pregnancy.

Baptism Instruction
Parents expecting their first child will need to prepare for their child’s Baptism by involving themselves in either an online or in-person Baptism session. (Preparation dates are available HERE.) Parents expecting their second child are highly recommended to review and consider their role in living out their Baptismal promises. Information about these sessions will be shared with you upon inquiry of this Sacrament.

**Call the office to register for all Baptisms and classes.


Reconciliation

The Catholic Sacrament of Reconciliation (also known as the Sacrament of Penance) has three elements: conversion, confession and celebration. In it, we find God's unconditional forgiveness, and, as a result, we are called to forgive others.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated in the parish in a community setting during Advent and Lent and privately, on these days:

Tuesday evenings 4:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
 Thursday mornings 7:30 a.m. until 7:50 a.m.
Friday mornings at 7:30 a.m. until 7:50 a.m. 
Saturday afternoons at 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. 
If these times do not work for you, Father Balaraju Policetty is available by phone or by email to set up a time.


Eucharist

On the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me."
Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me."


 First Eucharist
Parents who prepare and present their children for First Eucharist are continuing the formation process that began when they presented their child for Baptism. Children in grade 2 (or older) usually celebrate this sacrament and are ordinarily excited for this “long-awaited” chance to share in the Mass more fully. 


Confirmation

Confirmation is a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit, strengthening the gifts of the Holy Spirit within us, and uniting us more firmly to Christ and the Church. Like Baptism and Eucharist, it is a Sacrament of Initiation for Catholics.

Youth Confirmation
Youth in grade 10 or older are invited to prepare for the sacrament of Confirmation. Preparation is a two-year process involving the participating in a weekly Discipleship Group, attending four Confirmation Classes, a retreat, service hours, sponsor and candidate sessions, parent and candidate sessions, and a written letter of intent to our Bishop. The preparation process concludes with a personal interview with the Priest. The Sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated in May.
Please contact Jessie O'Malley at (715)425-1879 ext 105, or by email for information.

Adult Confirmation
Who should receive Confirmation? Every baptized and non-confirmed person, otherwise, the process of Christian initiation would not be complete. Preparation of Confirmation includes a period of catechesis or teaching on the Holy Spirit and the meaning of the Spirit's gifts. This preparation time should also help awaken those who are seeking a sense of belonging to the universal church and to the local parish. The Lord calls those of us confirmed in the faith to work for peace and social justice, to speak out for the innocent, life, to act honestly and to share our faith.
Please contact Jodie Rubenzer at (715)425-1879 ext 110, or by email with questions.


Marriage

Marriage Preparation Information

Congratulations as you seek to begin married life.  We are honored you’ve considered to allow us to be part of your love story.

Planning your wedding ceremony is only one part of the Marriage preparation process here at St. Bridget.   We seek to work with you to begin a process of laying the foundation for a life-long commitment into the Sacrament of Marriage.  In order to allow sufficient time to carry out the various steps of this process, it is necessary for a couple to contact their parish as soon as they make the decision to marry, or at least six months prior to the anticipated time of their wedding. Through the combined efforts of the couple, the pastor, parish staff, and volunteer FOCCUS facilitator couples, we seek to enhance this process and assure your readiness toward this covenant of love.

The Sacrament of Marriage, or Holy Matrimony, is a public sign that one gives oneself totally to this other person. It is also a public statement about God: the loving union of husband and wife speaks of family values and also God's values.

Participation in the marriage preparation process is a requirement for all couples seeking to be married. If you are interested in being married at St. Bridget Catholic Church, the first step is to call the Parish Office to secure your date.   Once the date is set, you will then be contacted by the Marriage Prep coordinator to begin this journey.


Holy Orders

In the Sacrament of Holy Orders, or Ordination, the priest being ordained vows to lead other Catholics by bringing them the sacraments (especially the Eucharist), by proclaiming the Gospel, and by providing other means to holiness.

There are three forms of this sacrament: diaconate (deacon), presbyterate (priest) and episcopate (bishop). One sacrament, celebrated three times with successively higher sacramental effects.  

Every man in Holy Orders is either a deacon, priest or bishop. An archbishop is a bishop in charge of a large or important diocese called an archdiocese. A cardinal is a special member of the papal household. Nearly all cardinals are bishops. The pope is the Bishop of Rome.

If you are interested in the sacrament of the Holy Orders, please contact Fr. Bala


Anointing of the Sick

The anointing of the sick is administered to bring spiritual and even physical strength during an illness, especially near the time of death. It is most likely one of the last sacraments one will receive. A sacrament is an outward sign established by Jesus Christ to confer inward grace. In more basic terms, it is a rite that is performed to convey God’s healing grace to the recipient, through the power of the Holy Spirit.

If you would like to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, or know of someone who would, please contact Fr. Bala.
pastor@stbparish.com
(715) 425-1879 ext. 103