Sacraments

Baptism: The day that a Catholic is baptized is considered the most sacred day of his life. A baptized child or adult becomes configured to Jesus Christ and truly becomes a child of God, an adopted son or daughter of God the Father.The sacrament is celebrated every Sunday at 1:30 PM (except for the months of December to March when it is celebrated every other week). Please contact the Parish Office (798-2415) for an appointment with a priest or deacon at least several weeks before the baptism.

First Holy Communion: Children usually begin their religious education studies in the first grade and are prepared for Holy Communion in the second grade. Please call the Religious Education Office (541-0921) to register your child.

Confirmation: This sacrament is currently celebrated in the 8th Grade after two years of preparation. Please call the Religious Education Office (541-0921) for more information or to register your child.

Anointing of the Sick: Please call the Parish Office (798-2415) at any time to arrange for the Sacrament of the Sick either at home or in the hospital.

Reconciliation: It is very common to be hesitant to receive the sacrament of reconciliation. Confessing your sins to anyone is not easy. Yet, God gives us the grace to help us to come to the sacrament of His Mercy. Please consider going to confession. By doing so you will receive the absolute mercy of Jesus Christ. All of your sins will be forgiven!
The Sacrament (Confession) is celebrated every Saturday from 3:00 to 3:45 PM or by appointment with a priest.

Matrimony: Congratulations! Couples planning to marry should make an appointment with a priest or deacon at least six months in advance of the date to allow time for adequate preparation.
For a selection of recommended Scripture readings for weddings click here.
Civil marriages may be rectified by the Church through a process called convalidation. Convalidation is a simple marriage Church ceremony to bless the married couple and bring them into the Sacramental Life of the Church.

Holy Orders: Is God calling you? The greatest calling a man could ever have from Christ is to serve Jesus as His Priest. However, knowing that you are called for such a service is not easy to be aware of nor is it as easy to follow. If you are discerning a vocation to the priesthood, and are looking for more information please visit: DRVC Vocation Website

The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults is the process by which an adult joins the Church or completes their Sacraments. Please call the office (798-2415) for details.