Sacraments

Three sacraments of initiation make us members of the Catholic Church:

Baptism

Congratulations! Children by their very presence proclaim the gospel of Christ. They call parents and the whole community to selfless love and joy.

It is through baptism, the first sacrament, that our entrance into the Paschal mystery is made most clear. Parents wishing to bring their child (under the age of seven) to the sacrament of baptism should contact Fr. Steve Dublinski, 509-332-5312, to schedule and prepare for the celebration.

Confirmation 

Each person has a very personal and unique relationship with God. The Holy Spirit speaks within the context of this personal relationship. As our faith continues to deepen, we understand and see things from new perspectives. We feel even more connected to God and to his plan for us and for the world.

Eucharist

The celebration of First Communion marks the beginning of an initiate’s full participation in Christian life. Participation in the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist is a sign of our Catholic faith.

Sacramental Preparation 

After the child reaches the age of reason (typically 7 years of age) the parents are asked if they feel their child is ready for the sacraments. If yes, they should be in sacrament preparation.
 
Parents and parish collaborate to prepare the children to receive the sacraments through a combination of parent-led home learning, and a limited number of parish-based Sacrament Family Nights. Children should also participate regularly with their families in the Sunday Mass.
 
Parent-led Learning—Parents/Guardians are provided with a book and teaching points to work through with their child at home to prepare them for receiving their First Reconciliation, Confirmation, and First Eucharist.  .
 
Sacrament Family Nights— The whole family attends these five evenings (see the class calendar for dates).  The evenings include dinner, prayer, activities to reinforce learning done at home, parents will gather to prepare for the next group of home lessons, and all come together for a fun project.
 
Children will enroll in regular classes. 
 
 
The sacraments are celebrated as a group. 
 

If you have any questions about our sacramental programs, please contact Theresa Paul, Director of Faith Formation, 509-332-4402.

Restored Order

The Catholic Diocese of Spokane has restored the sacraments of initiation to their original order. For some excellent written and video resources, please visit the Archdiocese of Denver's page, Restored Order of the Sacraments of Christian Initiation and our diocesan policy, Completion of Christian Initiation of baptized Catholics. 

Anointing of the Sick

Reconciliation (Penance)

Reconciliation is a beautiful way in which we celebrate God’s forgiving love for each of us and our reconciliation with our community of faith. 

We also celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation communally twice a year, once during Advent and once during Lent. 

First reconciliation preparation (during the Fall semester) calls children to begin a lifelong conversion to Jesus' way of living.  It calls children to keep the Ten Commandments, to love and forgive each other as Jesus teaches, and to make peace with family members, classmates, and neighbors.

Please contact Theresa Paul, Director of Faith Formation, for additional information 509-332-4402.

Marriage Preparation

Congratulations on your engagement! The whole Church rejoices with you as you come together to celebrate your love and commitment. You certainly have already begun to prepare for "the big day" with its many details. Your Church community, too, is eager to help you prepare, not only for the wedding, but for the countless years of marriage ahead.

To Begin the Process

Please contact the Parish Office (509-332-5312) at least four months prior to the proposed wedding date to set up a meeting with Fr. Steve Dublinski or Deacon Jim Evermann.

Basic Criteria

Spokane diocesan norms require that at least one of the parties be Roman Catholic and that four months be allowed for preparing for the sacrament of marriage.  This entails that your presiding Roman Catholic priest, or deacon, has established your "freedom to marry" prior to a wedding date being confirmed. 

If this is a Second Marriage