Sacraments
Jesus did not leave us alone. He gave us ways to access His grace at every stage of life. Through Baptism, Holy Eucharist, & Confirmation he brings us into full membership in His family. He gives us Reconciliation to find the forgiveness we need and help to start again. As a source of grace in lifelong service to others, he instituted Marriage & Holy Orders. Anointing of the Sick offers grace and peace in our sickness & suffering. Come and receive all that God has for you!
NOTE: For more information or to get answers to your questions about any of the sacraments listed below, email: secretary@stmaryscochrane.ca or phone 403-932-2944
BAPTISM
Baptism Preparation (click the arrow)
Baptism is the gift of new life and belonging to God’s family. In Baptism we at St. Mary’s welcome your child with great joy, not only as they join God's family but as they join our Faith Community as well. We hope you will find St. Mary’s a faithful and loving community in which you can freely share God’s love and peace.
Couples are required to take the Baptism Preparation Program prior to the baptism of their child. This Prep Class is organized and taught by Deacon Ron Fortier and his wife, Sandra Fortier. Before parents have their first child baptized at St Mary's, they must take a Baptism Prep Class, and are welcome to attend the class with all children they are having baptized. Godparents are welcome to attend, as well. Please pre-register so we know how many to prepare for! You may call the Parish Office to pre-register.
Our Preparation Program currently consists of the following:
1) The Preparation Class is usually held on a Wednesday evening every other month at the Church beginning at 7:00 pm. During the Class, which could include more than one family of children to be baptized, the presenters will discuss the following:
– the actual ceremony of Baptism
– the responsibilities of making the request for Baptism, and
– helpful hints about raising children in the faith
2) There is a Baptism Registration Fee of $25.00 to cover the cost of materials. Stipends paid to the celebrant on the day of Baptism are voluntary and are not part of the registration fee.
3) Celebration of Baptism: At St. Mary’s, we have special Sundays set aside each month throughout the year for Baptisms (except during the time of Lent). There could be more than one baptism taking place on a given Sunday, but we limit the number to a maximum of 4 families at a time.
To Request Baptism for Your Child
– Please fill out the form and once it is completed click the SUBMIT button.
– You can also contact St. Mary’s Parish Office at (403) 932-2944 should you have any questions.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming your child into our faith community.
FIRST RECONCILIATION (Confession) - Grade 2 or older
Registration for First Reconciliation — now until September 29, 2023
— REGISTRATION until September 29, 2023 deadline
— For the Registration form, click HERE.
— For the First Reconciliation Hybrid Model PREPARATION information, click HERE.
— Baptismal Certificate (copy or original) MUST accompany the registration form along with $25.00 fee for workbook. Please return registration, Baptismal certificate, and fee to Parish Office, drop it the collection box at weekend Mass, or send it in electronically.
— CELEBRATION of First Reconciliation will be "by appointment only" from November 8th to 18th, 2023.
NOTE: First Eucharist sessions will take place starting in February 2024.
FIRST EUCHARIST (Communion) - Grade 2 or older
Registration for First Eucharist — now until February 21, 2024
– REGISTRATION now until Feb. 21, 2024
– For the REGISTRATION FORM, click HERE.
– For First Eucharist PREPARATION information, click HERE.
– A Baptismal Certificate (copy or original) MUST accompany the registration form along with $25.00 fee for workbook. Please return registration, Baptismal certificate, and fee to Parish Office, drop it the collection box at weekend Mass, or send it in electronically.
– Celebration of First Eucharist will be "by pre-registration only" at Mass on Saturday at 4 pm or Sunday at 10 am on the following weekends: April 6/7, April 13/14, and April 20/21, 2024.
CONFIRMATION - Grade 6 or older
Registration for Confirmation — closed until 2024
Celebration of Confirmation Mass for registered candidates will take place here at St. Mary's on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 7:00 pm with Bishop Jon Hansen, C.Ss.R. (the 7th Bishop of Mackenzie-Fort Smith).
— NOTE: registration is now closed till 2024.
— the 2024 REGISTRATION form TBA
— NOTE: when submitting the registration form, a Baptismal Certificate (copy or original) MUST accompany it along with $25.00 fee for study material (which will be announced in the coming months).
MARRIAGE
To arrange for Marriage — at least 6 months prior to Wedding
— To arrange for marriage, please contact the Parish Office, (403) 932-2944, at least six months in advance.
VISITS TO THE SICK
Requesting Visits to the Sick or the Sacrament of Anointing the Sick
— We are happy to visit parishioners who are sick or homebound. We can also arrange for a priest to administer the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.
FUNERALS
Funerals at St. Mary's
RCIA SACRAMENTS (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults and Children/Youth joining the Church)
For anyone wishing to volunteer as a helper in this ministry, find out more on the SERVE page. Or fill out the Stewardship form on the FORMS page.
About RCIA (tap the drop-down arrow)
— how to register, necessary forms, who to contact
RCIA is the process by which new members are brought into the Catholic Church. It is meant for unbaptized adults, youth, and children. The phases in RCIA reflect the practices developed by the early Church. It is a faith journey of building relationships with Jesus and His Church, and culminates in the celebration of the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist. RCIA is also meant for those who have been baptized in other Churches and for baptized Catholics who have not celebrated Confirmation and First Eucharist..
SACRAMENTS for CHILDREN/YOUTH (7 Years and Older), Not Baptized:
POSTER information
REGISTRATION FORM for the RCIA Children and Youth Program
ADULTS THINKING about JOINING the CHURCH or ADULTS baptized Catholic but who have not yet celebrated First Eucharist or Confirmation:
REGISTRATION FORM for the RCIA Adult Program
FIRST STEP in getting started: email the PARISH OFFICE or call (403) 932-2944