The celebration of the Sacraments of the Catholic Church is one of the most significant functions of the parish in bringing souls to Christ. These include baptism, First Reconciliation/First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, and Rite of Christian Initiation.
 

Baptism is generally done as an infant in the Catholic Church. If you have a newborn you will be asked to attend a baptism class prior to the event. Baptisms are usually done after the 11:00 am Mass on Sunday.

Additionally, anyone who is above the age of reason and has not been baptized and desires baptism may choose to be baptized in the Catholic Church.  

The reception of these Sacraments requires that the recipient has attained age 7 (considered the age of reason).  During the Youth Religious Education program, when students begin their second-grade year, families are invited to participate in preparation for these Sacraments.

If for any reason your child is older than 7 and has not yet had the opportunity to prepare for these sacraments the religious education/evangelization office is happy to assist you in this.

Additionally, if your child attends a Catholic School and is receiving preparation there, he or she may receive First Reconciliation/First Holy Communion at his or her home parish of St. Ann. 
 

High School youth who desire Confirmation in the Catholic Church through St Ann Parish are invited to begin preparation as they enter high school.  The preparation occurs gradually (usually a monthly commitment) for just over the course of a year.  For more information on youth Confirmation click HERE.

Adults who have not been confirmed are welcome to prepare at any time as well.  Bishop Bradley celebrates Confirmation for adults who are prepared in both the Spring and Fall. 

Parishioners considering engagement or who are already engaged are invited to contact the religious education/evangelization office to learn about the marriage preparation process at St. Ann.  Be sure to allow 6-12 months for wedding preparations which include marriage prep classes and a retreat.

Weddings rehearsals are generally scheduled on Friday evenings at 5:00 pm and weddings occur on Saturdays at 11:00 am. 
 

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is an ongoing process of inquiry, discovery, and prayer that helps one discern the voice of God — in community, in Church and in the depths of one’s heart.

To find out more about becoming Catholic click HERE.