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Our Lady of
Mercy Church
believes that sacraments are gifts from God to be
shared and celebrated within the parish community. All our sacramental
programs are designed to celebrate and welcome all new members to our
community.
Careful preparation, catechesis, and
prayerful attention to growth in faith precedes the decision to receive a
sacrament. The parish provides programs for preparation for the following
sacraments:
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First Eucharist and Reconciliation
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Preparation
for these sacraments is a two-year process that starts in the beginning of
Grade 1 and continues to May of the second year, culminating in the
celebration of First Eucharist. |
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Children are
prepared to make their first Confession and celebrate that preparation
during a prayer service usually held the first Saturday in March. After that
service, parents determine when to accompany children to the Sacrament of
Reconciliation. Generally, unless there is a serious reason, children
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Confirmation
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The Sacrament of
Confirmation also requires two years of student study, usually
beginning in grade six and continuing through Grade seven. The
celebration of this sacrament is generally held in the fall of the
following year, according to the Bishop's schedule. At present there are two
opportunities for students to attend a confirmation class:
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one on Monday afternoons after school dismissal, and the other on
Wednesday afternoons after school dismissal.
Confirmation preparation
include s retreat opportunities, service opportunities, special prayer
experiences and the opportunity to receive Reconciliation on several
occasions. An interview with one of our Priests to attest to the readiness
of the candidate is part of the preparation process.
Sr. Ann Barbara DeSiano, IHM
Phone:
718-268-6143
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