Sacramental Programs

Baptism
Contact: Deacon Ed Chernick

The first Sacrament of Initiation.  Baptisms are celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 12:30 pm.  Per diocesan requirements, a preparation class must be attended by the couple before the baptism of their first child.  The preparation class is held on the 3rd Tuesday every other month 7:00 – 8:00 pm in the Parish Center.

First Eucharist/First Reconciliation
Contact: Joni Smith

Preparation for this Sacrament of Healing and Eucharist engages parents and children who are 7 years old and in the second year of faith formation, to celebrate and receive the sacraments not just once but as a lifelong faith practice.  Preparation takes place outside of school and other faith formation events, happening in a parish and family-based setting.  First Reconciliations is typically celebrated in the winter season.  First Eucharist is celebrated on a Sunday after Easter.

Confirmation
Contact: Joni Smith

The Confirmation Sacramental Preparations program is intended for students in the 9th grade to help them grow in faith and readiness for the reception of this final Sacrament of Initiation in the Church.  This Confirmation class fulfills the requirement of the Diocese of Cleveland.  Older teens that have not yet been confirmed are encouraged to participate in the formation process, so as to be confirmed as soon as possible.

Pre-Cana
Contact: Deacon Ed and Linda Chernick

A once a year event that takes place the Sunday before Palm Sunday that fulfills the diocesan requirement for marriage for engaged couples of the parish, as well as surrounding parishes.  Team members meet for 10 weeks at 7:30 pm on Fridays for 90 minutes, to prepare and plan for the event.

Marriage Ministry
Contact: Tom and Lisa Albert

The marriage ministry focuses on marriage as a sacrament, helping couples strengthen their relationship by placing God at the center of their marriage.  The ministry allows married couples opportunities to grow and share as couples within the ministry and the community.  The team encourages additional couples to join in preparation and presentation of marriage enrichment programs.