Reception of 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.

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.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

This is the normal form of preparation for those who are non-Christians to enter the Catholic Church. It may also be helpful for those who wish to enter into full Communion with the Catholic Church from other Christian traditions. The time of meeting will be arranged to suit everyone concerned.

If you think you may be interested, further details can be obtained from the Parish Priest. (This would also be appropriate preparation for adults wishing to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation.) All are welcome!

Baptism of Children

The sacrament of baptism is usually celebrated after 11.40am Sunday Mass, following an initial meeting. Please see the Parish Priest immediately after the Saturday Vigil Mass (6pm) or one of the Sunday Masses (9.30am or 11.40am) for a date.

First Confession/Reconciliation

If your child is in Primary 3 and is properly catechised he or she is eligible to be enrolled for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This is usually celebrated in March.

First Holy Communion

If your child is in Primary 4 and is properly catechised, 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 the Parish Priest.

Confirmation

If your child is in Primary 7 and is properly catechised, he or she is eligible to be enrolled for the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Marriage

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 the Parish Priest.