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Sacraments
Marking the moments
of a life in faith.
From the font at birth, to the altar, to the graveside — the Church walks with every soul at every turning.
An Introduction
Signs of God's grace, given in the Church.
The sacraments are the tangible, lived moments in which the Church welcomes us, forgives us, feeds us, binds us together in love, ordains us to service, and prepares us for eternity.
In parish life, they are also the great gathering points of the community — moments of faith, family, prayer and belonging.
Catechism · §1131
“The sacraments are efficacious signs of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which divine life is dispensed to us.”
- Catechism of the Catholic Church
The Sacraments
Choose a sacrament to learn more.
Each sacrament has its own preparation, its own rite, and its own rhythm in the life of the parish. Click through for booking, preparation and practical details.
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Sacraments of Initiation
Preparation & parish guidance available
Baptism
The sacrament of welcome, through which a child or adult enters the life of the Church and the family of God.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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Sacraments of Initiation
Parish and school preparation
First Communion
Children receive the Eucharist for the first time after preparation at home, in school and within the parish community.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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III
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Sacraments of Initiation
Preparation through school and parish
Confirmation
Confirmation strengthens the baptised with the gifts of the Holy Spirit and sends them out as witnesses to Christ.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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Sacraments of Healing
Confession and God’s mercy
Reconciliation
The sacrament of forgiveness, where we return to God’s mercy and receive grace to begin again.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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Sacraments of Healing
Prayer and strength in illness
Anointing of the Sick
The Church’s sacrament of healing and comfort for those who are seriously ill, frail or preparing for medical treatment.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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Sacraments of Vocation
Preparation for Christian marriage
Marriage
The sacrament in which a couple give themselves to one another before God and the Church.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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VII
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Sacraments of Vocation
Priesthood and service
Holy Orders
The sacrament through which men are ordained for service as deacons, priests or bishops in the Church.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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VIII
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Accompanying the Bereaved
Prayer, remembrance and hope
Funerals
The Church’s prayerful accompaniment of the bereaved and final commendation of a life of faith.
Preparation & parish guidance available
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How Preparation Works
Three simple steps for every sacrament.
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Contact the Parish Office
Call or email the Parish Office. We will guide you through the relevant forms, certificates and proposed dates.
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Meet with the priest
An informal meeting gives time to walk through the rite, answer questions and agree the practical details.
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Celebrate with the community
The sacrament is celebrated within the life of the parish, surrounded by family and the wider faith community.
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