By Baptism, we are cleansed of original sin, receive sanctifying grace, and become members of the Church, the Body of Christ. Parents and godparents profess faith on behalf of the child to be Baptized. They then have the responsibility of witnessing to the child the teachings of Christ and His Church.
Baptism preparation classes are required for both parents and godparents (sponsors) of children 0-7 years old at least once every 5 years. Click on the " On-Demand Baptism Preparation Class for Parents & Godparents" in the "LINKS" sidebar . Upon successful completion, you will receive a Certificate of Completion via return email.Godparents/sponsors must fulfill certain eligibility requirements (as required by Canon Law of the Roman Catholic Church). Please see the Baptism Information Form in the "DOCUMENTS" sidebar for those requirements. The Baptism Information Form must be completed and submitted to the parish office prior to the Baptism along with a government-issued birth certificate.
Infant baptisms (0-7 years of age) are normally scheduled on Saturday mornings/early afternoons; however, other days/times may be discussed with the minister of Baptism.
Children older than 7 years of age require additional preparation about the sacrament of Baptism before they may be baptized. This additional preparation normally takes place as part of their Religious Education in which they must be enrolled.
Contact the church office at 979-732-3430 for more information.
Marriage preparation helps couples develop a better understanding of the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony and strengthens their readiness to live married life.
Contact the church office at least 6 months in advance of the wedding date to allow time for marriage preparation.
Please view the parish's Wedding Guidelines in the "Documents" sidebar.
In the miracle of the Eucharist, we receive the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ, which unites us more closely to Him and nourishes our love of God and one another. Reconciliation heals and strengthens us to avoid future sin. In persona Christi, the priest absolves us of our sins. Preparation for First Holy Communion and Reconciliation takes place through monthly Religious Education instruction beginning October 4, 2023. Classes will begin at 5:30 pm and finish at 7:00 pm. Please complete the Registration Form below before September 10, 2023. First Holy Communion at Sts. Peter & Paul Church is scheduled for Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the 8:30 am Mass.
In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is "sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit" and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ.
8th Grade Confirmation Preparation
All incoming 8th grade students for the 2023-24 school year are eligible to enroll in this yearlong Confirmation program designed to prepare students to receive the Sacrament of Confinnation. Students who successfully complete the program will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Fall of 2024, as they are entering 9th grade.
Students will meet the first two Wednesdays of every month, beginning in September, at 6:30pm in the St. Anthony Catholic School Library (enter on Live Oak Street). Students AND parents are required to attend the first class on Wednesday, September 6. A lot of infonnation will be given, so please make plans to attend.
High School Confirmation Preparation
There will no longer be a High School Confirmation Program after the 2023-2024 school year. Therefore, ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (incoming 9th graders-12th graders) who have not yet received the Sacrament of Confirmation and would like to, need to attend the High School Confirmation program this year. This program will begin Sunday, September 10 at 9am in the St. Anthony Cafeteria and conclude at the beginning of the fall semester of the next year with the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Registration forms are available in the "Documents" sidebar.
Contact the office at 979-732-3430.