Sacraments

The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice and the sacraments. There are seven sacraments in the Church: Baptism, Confirmation or Chrismation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Sacraments are 'powers that comes forth' from the Body of Christ, which is ever-living and life-giving. They are actions of the Holy Spirit at work in his Body, the Church. They are 'the masterworks of God' in the new and everlasting covenant. // Catechism of the Catholic Church 1113, 1116

We are excited to celebrate each sacrament with you and your family. Sacraments form our faith; in them, we grow deeper in our relationship with God and our Body of Christ. From birth until natural death, we nourish our faith lives with the gifts of God's covenant with us, His Church.

There are three categories of sacraments: the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, the Eucharist), the Sacraments of Healing (Penance and the Anointing of the Sick), and the Sacraments at the Service of Communion (Marriage and Holy Orders). Learn more about each sacrament below, and please reach out to our parish offices for any further questions you may have.

Baptism

The Sacrament of Baptism gives us new life in Christ, washing us free of Original Sin. Through God's grace, we become members of the Church, the Body of Christ.

For adults seeking Baptism, please visit our Becoming Catholic | OCIA page to learn more.

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Reconciliation

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is also known as Penance or Confession. Seek God's mercy and allow yourself to be embraced by His love and forgiveness.

Confession Times

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Eucharist (First Communion)

We have the opportunity to be in the true presence of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist each time we are at Mass. By consuming the consecrated host and wine during communion, we are reminded of His great sacrifice for us, that we may have eternal life with Him in heaven.

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Confirmation

Confirmation is a Sacrament of Initiation in which God strengthens the gifts of the Holy Spirit received at baptism, deepening our baptismal gifts and lighting the flame of missionary discipleship.

For adults seeking Confirmation, please visit our Becoming Catholic | OCIA page to learn more.

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Marriage

The Sacrament of Matrimony is a visible sign of God's love for His Church. It is a covenant between a man and a woman that establishes a lifelong bond and the foundation of the family.

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Holy Orders

Holy Orders is the sacrament in which men are ordained priests and deacons, and receive the power and grace to perform the sacred duties of the Church.

Are you feeling called to serve the Church in a deeper way? If you are interested in learning more about becoming a priest, deacon, or religious brother/sister, or if you are interested in learning more about marriage and chaste single life as a vocation, we invite you to visit our Vocations page.

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Anointing of the Sick

The anointing of the sick is administered to bring spiritual and even physical strength during an illness, especially near the time of death. Please notify our parish offices if anyone is suffering in your family, especially if they are hospitalized or seriously ill. In an emergency situation, please call 937-709-3033.

If you are in need of support during this time, we invite you to learn more about the various support ministries at Our Lady of Light.

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