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Sacraments
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Sacraments provide a process by which adults and children are welcomed into the sacramental life of the Church. Guided by the Holy Spirit, the Church recognizes the existence of seven sacraments.
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Sacraments of Initiation
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Baptism
Baptism, the first of seven sacraments, brings us into a new life with Christ. It is the way in which original sin is removed and how a person becomes a member of the Catholic Church. Baptisms are available during Mass or privately at an arranged time.
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Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation is the third of the Sacraments of Initiation and is traditionally celebrated following Baptism & First Eucharist/Communion. Our Confirmation classes are a one-year program offered to ninth grade students starting in the fall and concluding in the spring with the reception of the sacrament.
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Eucharist
The Eucharist, or Communion, is a part of every Mass.
Low Gluten Altar Breads, (less than 0.1% gluten) approved for the Eucharistic Liturgy by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, are available. During distribution of Communion, please get in the priest’s line. The priest has the low gluten host in a separate container.
FIRST COMMUNION is offered to all second graders who are registered in the Faith Formation program. Second graders prepare during their Faith Formation Wednesday night classes and opportunities are provided to continue to conversations at home.
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Sacraments of Healing
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Anointing
Jesus came to heal the whole person, body and soul. When the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is given, the primary effect is a spiritual healing by which the person receives the Holy Spirit’s gift of peace and courage. Anointing of the Sick is on the First Thursday of the Month at the end of evening Mass.
Private Anointings are available by appointment. If you or a family member are ill and want a visit or need the Sacrament of Anointing, call 952-835-7101 to schedule a visit.
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Reconciliation
Jesus Christ, in His abundant love and mercy, established the Sacrament of Reconciliation, often called penance or confession, so that as sinners we receive forgiveness for our sins and reconcile with God and the Church. Scheduled times are: Wednesdays at 12:30pm, Thursdays at 5:30pm & Fridays at 9:30am.
FIRST RECONCILIATION is offered to all second graders who are registered in the Faith Formation program. Second graders prepare during their Faith Formation Wednesday night classes and opportunities are provided to continue to conversations at home.
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Sacraments at the Service of Communion
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Marriage
The sacrament of Marriage is a public commitment between two people to love each other unconditionally and to join with Christ and the Church in a never-ending bond of pure love. Preparation time for this sacrament is usually six months to one year. Contact Mary Kay Hird, Director of Liturgy, for more information. An overview of what you can expect is available by downloading our Wedding & Marriage Preparation Guidelines.
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Holy Orders
Ordination to the priesthood is always a call and a gift from God.
Those who seek priesthood respond generously to God’s call using the words of the prophet, “Here I am, send me” (Is 6:8). This call from God can be recognized and understood from the daily signs that disclose His will to those in charge of discerning the vocation of the candidate.
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Contact Us
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LAURA BREIDALLlbreidallstedwardschurch.orgElementary Faith Formation -
KATHERINE FREDERICKSONkfredericksonstedwardschurch.orgBaptism & Safe Environment Coordinator -
MARY KAY HIRDmkhirdstedwardschurch.orgDirector of Liturgy -
VICTOR MARTINEZvmartinezstedwardschurch.orgYouth & Young Adult Faith Formation
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