Sacraments & Rites.
The Franciscan Renewal Center offers information about, preparation for, as well as the dispensation of sacraments.
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We look forward to walking with you.
Seven Roman Catholic Sacraments represent what is sacred, significant, and important to Catholics during a lifetime journey of spiritual growth. Each is a window into God at work in our lives and the lives of others.
Individuals, families, and loved ones are encouraged to contact us at any time of the year. Please know that preparation for certain sacraments may require seasonally offered classes.
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Baptism.
The Sacrament of Baptism is the first step in a lifelong journey of commitment and spiritual growth. Whether we are baptized as infants, youth or adults — Baptism is the Church’s way of welcoming new members into the community.
Infants & Children
Infant baptism (for unbaptized children under the age of 7) involves a three-step process:
1. Parent Orientation
2. Parent Preparation Classes
3. Baptism Day!
When you are ready, please submit an inquiry using the form below, and we will contact you to set up your Parent Orientation meeting. We look forward to celebrating this special time in your child’s life with you.
Youth & Adult
Youth ages 7 to 18 who have not received the Sacrament of Baptism, will be invited to participate in our RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children) program. Through this program, youth will be given the proper preparation to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Eucharist, and Confirmation. Please submit an inquiry using the form below, and we will contact you to set up an initial inquiry meeting.
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Adults who have not received the Sacrament of Baptism, will be invited to participate in our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) program. Learn more.
First Reconciliation/Communion & Confirmation.
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Sacrament preparation is a two-year program at Our Lady of the Angels Church and done in conjunction with our Family Catechesis and Youth Ministries. Please visit our Family Faith Formation page for more information.
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​The Sacrament of First Reconciliation (also known as Confession or Penance) is where we find God’s unconditional forgiveness. As a result, we are called to forgive others and avoid sin again. Catholics are reminded to turn to Reconciliation throughout their lives for strength and redirection.
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For Catholics, the ritual of the Eucharist, or Communion, is a sacrifice where the real presence of Jesus is believed to be present. As we receive Christ’s Body and Blood through bread and wine, we are spiritually nourished and brought closer to God. The Sacrament of First Holy Communion represents an understanding about this part of the Mass, and an individual receives Eucharist for the first time.
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​The Sacrament of Confirmation builds upon a journey in faith and truth that began at Baptism. Confirmation is made after an educational period of prayerful discernment, and it represents complete initiation of the individual into the Catholic faith.
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The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession or Penance) is offered on Saturdays from 2:00 - 3:00 pm in the church or by scheduling a private appointment with a priest by calling the Guest Services Desk at 480.948.7460.
*There will be no confessions on Saturday, April 16, 2022.
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Contrition: a sincere sorrow for having offended God
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Confession: announcing our sins by speaking about them—aloud—to the priest
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Penance: the priest imposes in reparation for our sins
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Absolution: the priest speaks the words by which “God, the Father of Mercies” reconciles a sinner to himself
​Act of Contrition
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“God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You, and I detest all my sins because I dread the loss of Heaven and the pains of Hell, but most of all because they offend You, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve with the help of your grace to confess my sins, do penance, and to amend my life. Amen.”
Reconciliation.
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In the Sacrament of Holy Orders (or Ordination), the priest being ordained vows to lead other Catholics by bringing them the sacraments, proclaiming the Gospel, and directing them to spiritual growth, healing and transformation, and service to others. Ordained ministers play an important role in helping us follow the footsteps of Christ as we each do what is ours to do in this lifetime.
Holy Orders.
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The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick (once known as Last Rites or Extreme Unction) unites the suffering of those with a physical or mental sickness to the suffering of Christ. We are reminded of how Christ’s compassion for the sick healed body and soul. It is recommended before surgery, during dangerous illness, or if one is particularly weak and at risk of significant illness. These rites are highly valued as powerful aids to strength and courage.
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Anointing of the Sick may be scheduled with a priest by calling the Guest Services Desk at 480.948.7460 and choose option #2.
Anointing of the Sick.
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A Funeral is more than a farewell; it is an act of faith expressed by the people of God, the Church. Although serious, this need not be a grim task. We approach this rite as a joyful expression of our faith and the fulfillment of God’s baptismal covenant to us.
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To prepare a funeral or burial for your loved one, contact the Liturgy Office at 480.948.7460, ext. 166.
Please call anytime, and this line will page Liturgy Office personnel.
Funeral Planning & Burial.
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Compassionate, unconditional and everlasting love is a gift ready to be given to you by the Father. The Our Lady of the Angels Church community invites you to contact the RCIA ministry for more information.
The what you ask? Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults – the formation process the Church uses to help those seeking initiation discern and prepare for full initiation into the Catholic faith. This ongoing process rooted within the life of the community is specifically for unbaptized adults (and children ages 7 and above), those baptized in other Christian faith traditions, and anyone who was baptized Catholic as an infant but received no further instructions in the faith.
Would you like to find out more?
Please email rcia@thecasa.org for more information or to set up an introductory meeting.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA).
Annulments.
Per the U.S. Catholic Conference of Bishops, an annulment is a declaration by a Church Tribunal (a Catholic court) that a marriage thought to be valid according to Church law actually fell short of at least one of the essential elements required for a binding union. The Church presumes that marriages are valid and lifelong; therefore, unless the ex-spouse has died, the Church requires the divorced Catholic to obtain a declaration of nullity before re-marrying. The tribunal process seeks to determine if something essential was missing from the couple’s relationship from the moment of consent, that is, the time of the wedding.
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To learn more, visit: For Your Marriage
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For annulment questions, please contact charlie@thecasa.org or call the church where you are registered as a member.
