Sacraments
Baptism
Sacrament of Marriage
Sacrament of Marriage
Baptisms are typically celebrated the first Sunday of the month during the 10:00 am Mass. To schedule a baptism, please contact the Rectory for registration and necessary preparations.
Sacrament of Marriage
Sacrament of Marriage
Sacrament of Marriage
The Sacrament of Marriage is a covenant, which is more than a contract. Covenant always expresses a relationship between persons. The marriage covenant refers to the relationship between the husband and wife, a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God.
Call the Rectory at least six months in advance of
The Sacrament of Marriage is a covenant, which is more than a contract. Covenant always expresses a relationship between persons. The marriage covenant refers to the relationship between the husband and wife, a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God.
Call the Rectory at least six months in advance of proposed wedding date for registration and any necessary preparations.
Anointing of the sick
Sacrament of Marriage
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.
– Catholic.com
Those who are seriously ill or being admitted to the hospital should receive this healing Sacrament. Please call the Rectory if you are in need of this sacrament.
Confirmation
Sacrament of Marriage
Anointing of the sick
“Confirmation deepens our baptismal life that calls us to be missionary witnesses of Jesus Christ in our families, neighborhoods, society, and the world.”
~from the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults
Please call the Rectory for a list of requirements to receive this sacrament.
For those over 18 years of age please see the section
“Confirmation deepens our baptismal life that calls us to be missionary witnesses of Jesus Christ in our families, neighborhoods, society, and the world.”
~from the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults
Please call the Rectory for a list of requirements to receive this sacrament.
For those over 18 years of age please see the section on RCIA. Typically, children participate in Confirmation classes for two years in 7th and 8th grades through Catholic School or the Religious Education program.
RCIA
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Sacrament of Reconciliation
The “Order of Christian Initiation of Adults” (OCIA) is a continuous process of spiritual formation toward the “Sacraments of Initiation” (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist). Interested persons can enter the process, enter the Church, and receive the Sacraments at any* time, as together our parish perseveres in the lifelong journey of
The “Order of Christian Initiation of Adults” (OCIA) is a continuous process of spiritual formation toward the “Sacraments of Initiation” (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist). Interested persons can enter the process, enter the Church, and receive the Sacraments at any* time, as together our parish perseveres in the lifelong journey of discipleship. *Some parameters apply; for specifics call the Rectory or talk to Father Zelonis or Deacon Joe. .
Please contact the Rectory for more information. 610-377-3690
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Sacrament of Reconciliation
"Modern society has lost a sense of sin. As a Catholic follower of Christ, I must make an effort to recognize sin in my daily actions, words and omissions.
The Gospels show how important is the forgiveness of our sins. Lives of saints prove that the person who grows in holiness has a stronger sense of sin, sorrow for sins, and a need for t
"Modern society has lost a sense of sin. As a Catholic follower of Christ, I must make an effort to recognize sin in my daily actions, words and omissions.
The Gospels show how important is the forgiveness of our sins. Lives of saints prove that the person who grows in holiness has a stronger sense of sin, sorrow for sins, and a need for the Sacrament of Penance or Confession."
- Catholic.org
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered:
Thursdays: 5:00 to 6:00 pm
Saturdays: 3:15 to 3:55 pm
Sundays: 7:00 to 7:40 am
Sundays: 9:15 to 9:55 am
First Holy Communion
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Homebound or in Hospital
The First Communion is an important milestone in the life of every Catholic. A child baptized when they were an infant into Christ, goes on to take a place at His table. It is always a significant event for the child, their family, and even the parish community.
Registration or Instruction for Holy Communion:
SSPP Parish Religious Educati
The First Communion is an important milestone in the life of every Catholic. A child baptized when they were an infant into Christ, goes on to take a place at His table. It is always a significant event for the child, their family, and even the parish community.
Registration or Instruction for Holy Communion:
SSPP Parish Religious Education Program (PREP), contact Deacon Wilhelm (610) 377-3690
Area Catholic Schools:
Saint John Neumann Regional School
– RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)
Homebound or in Hospital
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Homebound or in Hospital
Are you or a loved one homebound? In hospital or nursing facility or returning home? Interested in receiving the Sacraments? Please notify the Rectory and Father Zelonis will visit them. Pray for our sick and elderly, and their caregivers.