Information you need to know about the sacraments of baptism, marriage, reconciliation and anointing of the sick.

Baptism

Infants: Call the rectory 232-5659 to set up an appointment to meet with a priest to set a date for the baptism and pre-baptism instruction.

School age children: There is a special preparation program for the children. Call the rectory

Adults: There is a special preparation program for adults.  Call the rectory.

A good article about baptism can be found here

Marriage

Make arrangement with priest at least six months in advance. Call the rectory at 232-5659.

Interesting web sites about marriage.

For engaged couples preparing for marriage there is Catholic Engaged Encounter

For married couples looking to deepen their commitment, there is Marriage Encounter

AmericanCatholic.org’s feature on the Sacrament of Marriage has articles and FAQs on marriage, including how to help interchurch marriages succeed and the importance of forgiveness in marriage.

People who have been married before, or who wish to marry someone with a prior marriage, often have questions about the Church’s marriage laws and annulments. The marriage section at OnceCatholic.org provides material on the topic and trained companions ready to explain what the Church teaches and why.

Reconciliation

Saturdays at 4:00 pm in the church or by appointment. For an appointment call the rectory (510) 232-5659.

Anointing of the Sick

1^st Saturday of each month at 8:00 am Mass or at any time by arranging with a priest.

Confirmation

The parish normally confirms juniors and seniors in high school. The preparation normally starts in September. Call the rectory for current information.