Welcome to the OCIA and Older First Eucharist Process

We extend a heartfelt welcome to you as you begin this enriching journey through our OCIA (formerly RCIA) process and Older First Eucharist preparation. Your presence here is truly an honor, and we are deeply grateful for the trust you have placed in us. Walking alongside you, teaching you, and witnessing your faith journey is at the heart of our mission as Catholic Christians. It strengthens our own faith as we share in the life of Christ with you. Thank …

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Christian Initiation for Children and Teens (OCIA)

Christian Initiation for Children (Ages 7+) This process is designed for unbaptized children, aged 7 and older, to enter the Church as fully initiated Catholics through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. The preparation typically spans one year and consists of four main components: Through lectionary-based instruction and facilitated discussions, both the children and their families are introduced to the fundamental concepts of Catholic liturgy, traditions, and beliefs. This preparation is designed to guide them toward receiving the sacraments …

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Prayers for Peace, Healing & Hope

PRAYER AGAINST VIOLENCE God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, we come to you burdened and grieved by the evil and destruction of violence, entrusting to your mercy each victim of this horrific crime. Father of mercies and God of all consolation, who console us in our every affliction, comfort the families and friends of each victim, give solace to grieving communities, and bring peace to anxious hearts. O God of peace, who are peace itself and whom a …

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Holy Family Fall Festival

October 19 & 20, 2024 Join us at the  Holy Family Fall Festival! October 19th, 4pm – 9pm  & October 20h, 10:30am – 7pm We need everyone to help with the Holy Family Fall Festival in some way! This is a great way to help your parish and make new friends! Volunteer for a Booth Our annual Fall Festival is only as successful as your faithful and dedicated support. Join this fantastic weekend by volunteering at a booth or in various other ways at the Fall …

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Friday Morning Reading Group

Learn new things, grow your faith, and make new friends!  The Friday morning reading group invites you to join in the prayerful conversation. You’re invited to join our Friday morning reading, prayer, and faith-sharing group. This season, we’ll be reading Joyce Rupp’s Open the Door. This book is structured as a six-week daily prayer guide, offering a thematic reflection, guided meditation, original prayer, thoughtful question, and a related scripture quote each day. With its built-in guide for small groups, it’s …

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Pray for Peace

Pope Francis’ Prayer for Peace  Lord God of peace, hear our prayer! We have tried so many times and over so many years to resolve our conflicts by our own powers and by the force of our arms. How many moments of hostility and darkness have we experienced; how much blood has been shed; how many lives have been shattered; how many hopes have been buried… But our efforts have been in vain. Now, Lord, come to our aid! Grant …

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Adult Confirmation

Mission StatementHoly Family Adult Confirmation Sacramental Preparation provides a lively and welcoming process for adults to complete the Sacraments of Initiation. About Adult Confirmation The Adult Confirmation process is a fun interactive opportunity for Catholics who have not had the opportunity to receive the sacrament of Confirmation to complete their full initiation into the Catholic Church.  This ten-week process emphasizes the basics of Catholic teaching respecting the adult audience’s many concerns, questions and responsibilities.  Some of the topics include the …

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