Sacraments

Baptism is a time of special joy and blessing and it can serve as a reminder to us that we are called to renew and deepen our faith in the Paschal Mystery by participating in the Churches liturgy, by daily prayer and works of charity. The Church encourages parents to have their child baptized within… Continue reading Baptism

During the 2nd grade, children of Holy Cross prepare for and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.  They will receive this sacrament at Holy Cross. Students and their parents will be asked to prepare for this sacrament in several concrete ways.  We hope the range of activities will help families come to know God as a… Continue reading First Reconciliation

During the 3rd grade, children of Holy Cross prepare for and receive the last two sacraments of initiation – Confirmation and Eucharist.  They will receive these two sacraments at the same Mass.  Students and their parents will be asked to prepare for both sacraments in several concrete ways. We hope the range of activities will… Continue reading Confirmation and First Eucharist

  4-12 grade students who have not yet received the sacrament of Confirmation will prepare to receive this sacrament in the fall of 2014. Students will be asked to prepare to receive Confirmation in several concrete ways. We hope that the range of activities will help each student to reflect on the gifts of the… Continue reading Confirmation (Grade 4-12)

We are happy to assist couples who want to be married in the Church. Your desire to be married at Holy Cross and/or your asking for help with the preparation tells us that your belief in Christ and the Church is important to you as a couple. Because community is such a central part of… Continue reading Marriage Preparation

Do you someone who is interested in becoming Catholic ~ maybe a friend, co-worker, or family member?  Consider the power of invitation, an invitation to participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). What exactly is the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)? The RCIA is a liturgical-catechetical process that provides formation into the Catholic… Continue reading RCIA

To make funeral preparations for your loved one, call the church office at 282-7217. Vigil and Funeral Preparation instructions