Saint Ignatius

 

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Sacraments are “powers that comes forth” from the Body of Christ,  [33] 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. CCC,1116

Eucharist

In the celebration of the Eucharist our parish family is called together each week to grow in understanding of God’s Word and to share the gifts of Christ Himself in Holy Communion.

Weekend Masses are celebrated on Saturday at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 12 noon. Daily Masses are at 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. in the Historic Church. The Historic Church remains open during the weekend Mass schedule for private devotion.

Adoration of the blessed sacrament is held in our Historic Church every Sunday beginning at 7a.m. and concluding with Benediction at 7a.m. on Monday and between the daily weekday masses.

Baptism

The Sacrament of Baptism joyfully celebrates the entrance of new members into our Catholic Christian Community. The celebration of infant Baptism is scheduled on the first, second, third and fourth Sundays of the month at 1:15pm. In preparation for this event, parents attend a Baptismal preparation class. Please call the parish office to register and to arrange Baptism.

First Reconciliation and First Communion

Each year the parish community invites children in the second grade (and older children who have not yet celebrated these sacraments) and their families to the celebration of these two sacraments. As with Confirmation, archdiocesan regulations require one year of Faith Formation or Catholic schooling prior to preparation for the sacrament. The preparation and celebration of these sacraments, as with all sacraments, is the faith expression of a parish community. As such, the preparation for and celebration of these sacraments is a parish event. The Sacramental Preparation Program is separate from any school or Faith Formation program. Parents are required to attend a series of preparation meetings that are offered throughout the year. To register or to receive information, please call the Faith Formation Office.

Confirmation

This Sacrament of the Spirit to assist in growth to personal Christian maturity is offered annually to 9th grade students. Students who request this sacrament are prepared through a special program. As per Archdiocesan regulations, one year of Faith Formation is required prior to entering the immediate preparation for the sacrament which is celebrated in the ninth grade year. The tenth grade year is a “Covenant Year” that continues the young person’s commitment and spiritual growth. For more information, please contact the Faith Formation Office.

Adults may arrange for confirmation by contacting a member of the pastoral staff.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Adults who are unbaptized or baptized in another Tradition and are seeking a fuller relationship with God through the Catholic Church are invited to participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). The celebration of the entrance of adults into our Catholic Christian Community occurs at the Easter Vigil, after a year-long process of prayer, study and spiritual formation has prepared them for this celebration. Any adult who is interested in learning about our Catholic faith is invited to call a member of the pastoral staff for personal assistance. 

Reconciliation

The Sacrament of Reconciliation restores spiritual health, peace and unity among God’s people. The opportunity for confession and Reconciliation is available on Saturdays from 3:00-3:45 p.m. We recommend that penitents arrive at the beginning of the time period allotted for confessions, to ensure adequate opportunity for the celebration of that sacrament. Parish celebrations of Reconciliation are announced during Advent and Lent. Parishioners may call the parish office to arrange times for personal spiritual direction.

Marriage

In the Sacrament of Marriage, a man and woman pledge their love and commitment to one another in the presence of God and the Church. Couples should contact one of the priests or deacons at least six months prior to the proposed wedding date, and before any other arrangements or plans are finalized. At least one individual must be a registered parishioner of St. Ignatius for at least one year prior to the initial contact with the priest or deacon. Weddings are scheduled on Friday evenings as facility and clergy calendars permit and on Saturdays at 11am or 1pm.

Anointing of the Sick

The Sacrament of the Sick is intended for those who are ill or infirm. Parishioners planning to enter the hospital for elective surgery are encouraged to make arrangements to receive this sacrament prior to admission. The Sacrament is also available after the 4:00 Mass on the first Saturday of each month for anyone who wishes to receive it due to illness or anticipated surgery.

Parish staff members visit hospitalized or homebound parishioners when notified of their illness. (Please be aware that the hospital will not inform us.) You may call the Parish Offices to arrange for Communion visits or to receive other sacraments.

 

  

A SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING HOSPITAL STAYS:

Please be aware that as of April 14, 2003, rules from the Department of Health and Human Services regarding privacy require hospitals to ask permission to include patients’ names and room numbers in the hospital directory when admitted. If you choose not to be include in the directory, the hospital will not be able to even acknowledge that you are a patient. This means no phone calls, no flowers, not visitors at all – not even clergy. If you wish clergy or Eucharistic Ministers to visit while you are in the hospital, you must agree to be included in the directory and it would be wise to call the parish office directly as well.