Reconciliation is the forgiveness of sins and the reconciliation of the individual with God, the
Church, and others is God's mercy for the offense committed against him." Has it been a long time since
your last confession? Need making a good confession and returning to the joy of the Power of the Holy
Spirit. Do not hesitate to ask for guidance and assistance from our Pastor. Want more information on
the Sacrament of Reconciliation? CLICK HERE
|
Baptism - Baptism is the "gateway sacrament into the Church." Through the sacrament of Baptism
all are reborn in Christ through water and the Holy Spirit. Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole
Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit and the door which gives access to the other sacraments.
Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are
incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: "Baptism is the sacrament of
regeneration through water in the word." Expected parents are encouraged to contact the Parish prior
to the birth of their child(ren) to make Baptismal arrangements. Godparents are required to participate
in a Preparation Program offered on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
|
Marriage - Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six (6) months prior to their Wedding
Day for proper assistance. St. Brigid Parish has set aside special Masses in February, June and
October @ 11:00 AM to celebrate Wedding Anniversaries. Please, make plans to join us in the
celebration of unity and love! "The intimate community of life and love which constitutes the married
state has been established by the Creator and endowed by him with its own proper laws.... God himself
is the author of marriage."
|
Confirmation - Recognition of God's Holy Spirit in our lives is celebrated in the reception of
Confirmation. Preparation classes for High School students ready to make the commitment are
pre-scheduled on Sunday mornings. The Sacrament is celebrated annually in the Fall. Contact the
Parish for assistance. Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute
the "sacraments of Christian initiation," whose unity must be safeguarded. You receive the spiritual seal,
the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of right judgment and courage, the spirit of knowledge
and reverence, the spirit of holy fear in God's presence. Guard what you receive. God the Father will
mark you with his sign; Christ the Lord confirms you and places his pledge, the Spirit, in your hearts.
|
RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, is the process adult converts go through to
come into full communion with the Catholic Church. . Each person preparing to accept the teachings of
the Catholic church chooses a sponsor (an active, practicing Catholic) to walk with and support her/him
on his/her faith journey. The RCIA process is divided into several stages, or phases. Progression from
one phase to the next is celebrated during Mass, amid the parish community. A process of Prayer
Study and Spiritual Formation is held on Sunday mornings. The Celebration of the entrance of adults
into our community occurs at the Easter Vigil. All interested in the Catholic Faith are invited to attend.
Contact the Parish Office for more information.
|
Religious Education - A program for students grades K through 8 is held on Sunday mornings
from September through April. For more information CLICK HERE.
|
Sacrament for the Sick - The Sacrament of Anointing is not only for those who may be near
death. Parishioners who plan to enter the hospital are encouraged to receive the Sacrament PRIOR to
admission. "This sacred anointing of the sick was instituted by Christ our Lord as a true and proper
sacrament of the New Testament. It is alluded to indeed by Mark, but is recommended to the faithful and
promulgated by James the apostle and brother of the Lord" The anointing of the sick conveys several
graces and imparts gifts of strengthening in the Holy Spirit against anxiety, discouragement, and
temptation, and conveys peace and fortitude
|
