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Sacramental Preparation


"For he has anointed me."

 

Parents are the primary teachers of their children as they prepare them to receive the Sacraments. As part of the School of Religion, we complement and assist our parents in preparing our children to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation. For those who were not baptized as infants, we have a Rite of Christian Initiation for Children program as well.

For each Sacrament, parents and children attend workshops and retreats. We support them in the classroom throughout the year as we teach the basics of our faith. Each child who seeks to receive a Sacrament attends School of Religion.

We prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation in the Fall. Also known as First Penance, we celebrate this sacrament here at Holy Name. In 2007, it will take place on November 13 at 7pm. Pick up a registration form the pamphlet racks at the entrance to Church.

We celebrate First Eucharist during Easter season. Also known as First Communion, we begin preparing for this sacrament in early Spring. Each candidate must have received the Sacrament of Reconciliation to be eligible.
Registration forms can be picked up in the pamphlet racks.

We celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation in alternate years. This year, preparation begins in mid October and we will celebrate the sacrament on January 15, 2008 at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Click Get in Touch for registration and more information.

If you would like to participate in our sacramental preparation programs, get in touch with Marie Marton at 621.6343 x32 or mmarton@dor.org for more.

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School of Religion

Sacramental Preparation


RCIAC Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and Children -

Adult Education - Bible Study, Catechism 

Retreats: 
        Men’s Retreat at Notre Dame Retreat House ---Early Fall 
        Women’s Retreat at Stella Maris Retreat House –Spring 
        
        Parish Retreat 
                Fall Retreat ----October 
                Lenten Retreat--- in conjunction with Pastoral Planning Group 

Bible Studies: Little Rock Bible Studies are held each Fall and Early Spring. 

Journeys’ Single/Single Again Group: This group of Catholic Singles of adults over the age of 21 meets frequently throughout the month. Information is included in weekly parish bulletins. 








Our Faith Formation Coordinator is Marie Marton. You can reach her at 585.621.6343x32 or mmarton@dor.org.
Holy Name of Jesus  15 St Martins Way  Rochester New York 14616  Phone 585-621-4040