Sacraments

What is a Sacrament? 

In the Catholic Church, a sacrament is a visible sign of God's grace, instituted by Christ, that confers grace upon the recipient. 

There are seven sacraments in the Catholic Church:

  • Baptism

  • Confirmation

  • Eucharist

  • Penance (Reconciliation)

  • Anointing of the Sick

  • Holy Orders

  • Matrimony

Baptism: 

The first sacrament, washes away original sin and incorporates the person into the Church. 

Baptism can be received from ages 0-7 years old with classes for parents.

For Baptism 8 years to an Adult we offer OCIA classes available to help with formation and preparation.

Confession/Reconciliation: 

A sacrament of healing and forgiveness where sins are confessed and forgiven.

This sacrament heals the relationship with God and brings us closer to him.

Reconciliation/Confession is available on:

Saturdays from 4-5 pm at Our Lady of Mt Carmel
Sundays from 4:40 -5:15 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Or by appointment

Confirmation: 

Strengthens the baptized person and confirms their commitment to the faith.

Confirmation classes are offered for youth 15 years old or starting in 9th grade. 

To register for Confirmation, contact the parish office

Anointing of the Sick: 

A sacrament that gives one grace as strengthening, peace, and courage to overcome the difficulties that are associated with disease, illness, and dying. It is considered a sacrament of healing.

The sick, aged and confined can be Anointed and receive communion Holy Communion.

Contact the parish office if you or a loved one would like to receive this sacrament.

Anointing of the Sick is not the same as Last Rights/Apostolic Blessing. If you or a loved one is dying. This is an extremely important blessing to receive before you die.

To learn more about the significance of this blessing follow the link below:

If you or a loved one is in need of Last Rights / Apostolic Blessing please call the office as soon as possible. 505-832-6655 Ext. 15

Holy Orders:

The Sacrament of Holy Orders is the continuation of Jesus Christ's priesthood, which He bestowed upon His Apostles.

In the Sacrament of Holy Orders, a man is incorporated into the priesthood of Christ at one of three levels: the episcopate, the priesthood, or the diaconate.

If you are interested in this sacrament, you may reach out to our Archdiocese Vocations office for more information or contact our office for more information.

Matrimony:

The Sacrament of Marriage is a covenant, which is more than a contract.

Covenant always expresses a relationship between persons. The marriage covenant refers to the relationship between the husband and wife, a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God.

The celebration of marriage is also a liturgical act, appropriately held in a public liturgy at church. Catholics are urged to celebrate their marriage within the Eucharistic Liturgy.

If you are considering the Sacrament of Marriage, contact parish office to begin preparation at least 6 months prior to setting a wedding date.