Sacraments
The reception of a sacrament is a most important moment in the life of a member of the Church community, and careful preparation should be made. Holy Cross, Croy offers a time of preparation to those who are to receive sacraments, to enable them to enter more fully into these great mysteries of our faith.
Baptism
The sacrament of baptism is usually celebrated after 11.40am Sunday Mass, following an initial meeting with Fr Paul.
Please make an appointment to see Fr. Paul after Mass, or contact The Presbytery.
First Confession
If your child is in Primary 3 and comes to Mass with you, he or she is eligible to be enrolled for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This is usually celebrated in March.
Confirmation
If your child is in Primary 4 and come to Mass with you, he or she is eligible to be enrolled for the Sacrament of Confirmation. This is usually celebrated in November.
First Communion
If your child is in Primary 4 and comes to Mass with you, he or she is eligible to be enrolled for the Sacrament of Eucharist. This is usually celebrated in the months of April and May.
If any parents or guardians, have any issues with the above guidelines please do not hesitate to get in touch with Fr. Paul.
Marriage
In accordance with the norms required by canon law, six months notice must be given whether the marriage is to take place here or abroad, in order to enable the required preparation to take place.
Please make an appointment to see Fr. Paul at least six months prior to the proposed date.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
This is the normal form of preparation for those who are Christians of other traditions or those who are non-Christians to enter the Catholic Church.
The meetings take place in The Presbytery at 7:00pm on Tuesday evenings.
If you think you may be interested, further details can be obtained from Fr Paul. (This would also be appropriate preparation for adults wishing to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation.) All are welcome!