Baptism
Infants and children are baptised at the parish, usually on the last Sunday of the month.
Notice needed: PLACEHOLDER — at least one month
What to bring
- PLACEHOLDER — the child’s birth certificate or notification
- PLACEHOLDER — baptism cards of both parents
- PLACEHOLDER — a godparent who is a confirmed, practising Catholic
- PLACEHOLDER — attendance at the parents’ and godparents’ preparation session
Who to contact: PLACEHOLDER — the parish office, or any priest after Mass
First Holy Communion
Children are prepared over the catechism year and receive First Communion together.
Notice needed: PLACEHOLDER — register at the start of the catechism year
What to bring
- PLACEHOLDER — baptism card
- PLACEHOLDER — attendance at Sunday catechism
Who to contact: PLACEHOLDER — the Head Catechist
Confirmation
Candidates are prepared over a year and confirmed when the Bishop visits the parish.
Notice needed: PLACEHOLDER — register at the start of the preparation year
What to bring
- PLACEHOLDER — baptism and First Communion cards
- PLACEHOLDER — a sponsor who is a confirmed, practising Catholic
Who to contact: PLACEHOLDER — the Head Catechist
Marriage
Couples are prepared through the marriage course before the wedding is celebrated.
Notice needed: PLACEHOLDER — at least three months before the intended date
What to bring
- PLACEHOLDER — recent baptism certificates for both parties
- PLACEHOLDER — confirmation cards
- PLACEHOLDER — letters of no impediment / free status
- PLACEHOLDER — completion of the marriage preparation course
Preparation
PLACEHOLDER — the marriage preparation course runs three times a year. Describe when, how long, and what it covers.
Who to contact: PLACEHOLDER — the parish office
Anointing of the Sick
A priest will come to the home or the hospital. Please do not wait until the last hour.
Notice needed: Call at any time, day or night, in an emergency
Who to contact: PLACEHOLDER — the Parish Priest directly
Funerals
The parish accompanies bereaved families from the day of death through the funeral Mass and burial.
What to bring
- PLACEHOLDER — notify the parish office as soon as possible
- PLACEHOLDER — the deceased’s baptism details, if known
Who to contact: PLACEHOLDER — the parish office or the Jumuiya chairperson
Reconciliation (Confession)
Confessions are heard before Masses and at the times shown on the Mass Times page — or by appointment.
Who to contact: PLACEHOLDER — any priest