Sacramental Preparation
The Latin word sacramentum means "a sign of the sacred." The celebration of the seven sacraments, which were instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, are special occasions for experiencing God's saving presence. Learning more about a sacrament can help you more fully celebrate and appreciate the act itself and we are honored to be a part of your journey towards grace.
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Baptism
By Baptism we become members of the Church, the Body of Christ. In Baptism, we are asked to walk by the light of Christ and to trust in his wisdom.
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First Reconciliation & First Eucharist
We believe that Jesus is present in the Blessed Sacrament and when we eat this bread and drink this cup, we are eating the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. The sacrament of Reconciliation celebrates the forgiveness of our sins and reconciles us with God and the Church.
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Confirmation
In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is "sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit" and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ.
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Marriage
The Sacrament of Marriage is a covenant, referring to the relationship between the husband and wife, a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God.
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Anointing the Sick
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, through the ministry of the priest, is Jesus touching the sick, sharing a spiritual healing by which the person receives the Holy Spirit's gift of peace.
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Holy Orders
Through the sacrament of Holy Orders, one vows to lead other Catholics by bringing them the sacraments, proclaiming the Gospel receiving the ministerial priesthood.
Sacramental Record Request
If you received a sacrament at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, you may request your sacramental record using the following form. Please allow 2-3 business days for processing. *Holidays and other occurrences can cause delays. Please call the church office to let us know if you want the record picked up or mailed. Most records are mailed by the end of the month.
Please note that Sacramental records are sometimes kept at the church of baptism.
Other Rites and Sacramental Preparation Programs
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Funerals At St. Rose of Lima
Whether you’re in need of immediate assistance in making funeral arrangements here at St. Rose of Lima Church due to the death of a loved one or you’d like to pre-plan funeral arrangements for yourself or someone else, St. Rose of Lima Catholic Community's staff is ready to assist you.
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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
RCIA is the process by which we bring adults into the Catholic faith. Unbaptized adults will come into the faith through the sacrament of Baptism. They will also receive the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. Adults, who have received valid baptism in other Christian faiths, come into the Church by making a Profession of Faith and completing the Initiation Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.
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Eucharist to the Sick
The sacramental needs are met by a team of volunteers to those at home, the hospitals, and the nursing homes. We currently have a team that goes Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday to these locations and then as scheduled to homes. If you or a loved one has a need please contact the parish office.