Families of children preparing for sacraments must be registered parishioners in order to celebrate their sacrament at the Catholic Community of the Holy Spirit.
Sacramental Preparation
For parents with children preparing for a sacrament, it is critical that they attend Sacramental Preparation Meetings and Sacramental Retreats as requested. This will help assist the parents in the responsibility of preparing their children for the sacraments. Parents will need to attend a meeting and the students a retreat if their child/children will be receiving First Reconciliation and First Eucharist. Parents with children in Level 7 or 8 preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation will also need to attend a parent meeting. These students will also have retreats.
BAPTISM
What is this Sacrament?
Baptism is the first sacrament of Christian initiation, welcoming a child into the life of Christ and the Church. Through water and the Holy Spirit, we become part of God’s family.
Why preparation matters
Preparation helps parents understand their role as the primary teachers of the faith and ensures they feel confident and supported as they guide their child into the Church.
Typical Age
Most children are baptized as infants, though older children and teens are welcomed through age‑appropriate preparation.
Scheduling
Baptisms are typically celebrated on the first and third Sundays of the month, with preparation sessions offered beforehand. Click on the Scheduling icon for the Baptism schedule.
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RECONCILIATION
What is this Sacrament?
Reconciliation is the sacrament of God’s mercy, where we confess our sins and receive Christ’s healing forgiveness.
Why preparation matters
Preparation helps children learn to recognize God’s love, understand right and wrong, and approach the sacrament with confidence rather than fear.
Typical Age
Usually around age 7, during the early years of elementary religious education.
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FIRST COMMUNION
What is this Sacrament?
First Communion is the moment a child receives Jesus in the Eucharist for the first time, entering more deeply into the life of the Church.
Why preparation matters
Preparation helps children and parents understand the sacredness of the Eucharist and strengthens family participation in Sunday Mass.
Typical Age
Typically around age 7–8, after completing preparation for Reconciliation.
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CONFIRMATION
What is this Sacrament?
Confirmation seals a person with the gifts of the Holy Spirit and strengthens them to live as mature disciples of Christ.
Why preparation matters
Preparation helps young people grow in their relationship with Jesus, understand their faith more deeply, and take ownership of their life in the Church.
Typical Age
Usually in 7th or 8th grade.
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YOUTH O.C.I.A.
What is this Sacrament?
Youth OCIA is the process through which older children and teens prepare to receive Baptism, First Communion, and/or Confirmation, entering fully into the Catholic Church.
Why preparation matters
It provides age‑appropriate formation, community support, and a welcoming path for young people who are new to the faith or completing their sacraments later than usual.
Typical Age
Children and teens ages 7–17 who have not yet received one or more sacraments.
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ADULT O.C.I.A.
What is this Sacrament?
Adult OCIA is the journey through which adults explore the Catholic faith and prepare to receive Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.
Why preparation matters
It offers adults a supportive environment to ask questions, grow spiritually, and enter the Church with understanding and confidence.
Typical Age
Adults 18+ seeking to become Catholic or complete their sacraments.
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