Sacraments

The seven sacraments - Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion (Eucharist), Confession, Marriage, Holy Orders, and the Anointing of the Sick - are the life of the Catholic Church. Each sacrament is an outward sign of an inward grace. When we participate in them worthily, each provides us with graces - with the life of God in our soul. In worship, we give to God that which we owe Him; in the sacraments, He gives us the graces necessary to live a truly human life.

Baptism Certificate Requirements for Upcoming Sacraments:

A copy of a current Baptism Certificate is required for any sacrament - First Reconciliation, First Eucharist (Communion), Confirmation, Marriage, Holy Orders. The definition of "current" is within six months of the upcoming sacrament. A photocopy of the original certificate issued on the day of baptism is not acceptable. A copy of the current certificate will be placed in the sacrament file.

If you or your child were baptized at Saint John's, we have a simple form for you to fill out to request a current copy of the certificate.

If you or your child were baptized at a church other than Saint John's, you will need to contact that church to request the current certificate. They can send it directly to us here at Saint John's.

Please keep in mind: a sacrament will not be able to be celebrated as scheduled without a current copy of the baptism certificate on file.