The Seven Sacraments
Sacraments
The sacraments are signs of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which divine life is given to us through the work of the Holy Spirit.
Before you begin
Six months as an active parishioner
Before any sacramental preparation can begin (Baptism, Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation or Marriage), we ask that you be an active, registered member of the parish for at least six months. That means attending a weekend Mass with our parish community and your immediate family, using your weekly offering envelopes, and taking part in parish life.
Not registered yet? Download the parishioner registration form or call the Parish Office.
Sacrament of initiation
Baptism
Baptism is the first of the seven sacraments and the "door" which gives access to the other sacraments. It is the first and chief sacrament of forgiveness of sins because it unites us with Christ, who died for our sins and rose for our justification.
Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist are the "sacraments of initiation", by which a believer receives the remission of original and personal sin, begins a new life in Christ and the Holy Spirit, and is incorporated into the Church, the Body of Christ. The rite consists of immersing the candidate in water, or pouring water on the head, while invoking the Most Holy Trinity: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
To schedule a Baptism, call the Parish Office at 313-846-2222.
Sacrament of initiation
Eucharist
The Eucharist is the sacrament in which we receive the Body and Blood of Christ. The Church teaches that Christ is truly present in the bread and wine consecrated by the priest at Mass. Although they still look and taste like bread and wine, their substance has changed. The Holy Eucharist completes Christian initiation.
Children prepare for First Holy Communion through our religious formation program.
Sacrament of initiation
Confirmation
Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal or "confirm" the baptized in union with Christ and equip them for active participation in the worship and apostolic life of the Church.
Sacrament of healing
Reconciliation (Confession)
The sacrament of penance is the liturgical celebration of God's forgiveness of the sins of the penitent, who is thus reconciled with God and with the Church. Contrition, the confession of sins and satisfaction, together with the priest's prayer of absolution, are its essential elements.
| Saturday | 3:00 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 5:00 – 6:15 p.m. |
| First Friday | 6:00 p.m. |
| First Saturday | 8:30 a.m. |
Sacrament of healing
Anointing of the Sick & the homebound
The anointing of the sick is given by a priest to a baptized person who begins to be in danger of death because of illness or old age, through prayer and anointing with the oil of the sick. It brings a special grace of healing and comfort, and the forgiveness of sins.
If a family member is confined at home or in a medical facility and wishes to receive Holy Communion, Confession or the Anointing of the Sick, please call the Parish Office at 313-846-2222.
Sacrament at the service of communion
Marriage
When validly contracted, marriage is a sacrament: a covenant, a partnership of life between a man and a woman, ordered to the good of the spouses and to the procreation and upbringing of children.
What we ask
- Either the bride or groom must be a baptized Catholic and a member of SS. Peter and Paul.
- Catholics need a recent baptismal certificate, dated within six months of the wedding.
- The couple must be free to marry under Church law. If either has been married before, this can take more than a year to resolve, so talk with Fr. Jerry early.
- Couples complete the parish's marriage preparation, including the FOCCUS relationship inventory, and practice their faith with our community throughout.
Scheduling
Weddings are celebrated on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m., except during Advent and Lent. Your first step is a meeting with Fr. Jerry at ext. 102. A $100 non-refundable deposit reserves the date.
Marriage Preparation GuideTimeline, requirements, music, readings and fees · PDFSacrament at the service of communion
Holy Orders
The sacrament of apostolic ministry, by which the mission Christ entrusted to his Apostles continues in the Church through the laying on of hands. It has three degrees, deacon, priest and bishop, each conferring a permanent sacramental character.
Are you called to the priesthood? The Archdiocese of Detroit's Office of Priestly Vocations has information on discernment and applying to seminary, or speak with Fr. Jerry.