St. Mary's Catholic Church Map, Pella, Iowa

St. Mary Catholic Church

SACRAMENTS

BAPTISM is scheduled by appointment. One of the parents must be registered in the parish. Pre-Baptism Classes are required. Baptism are encouraged to be celebrated during a weekend liturgy.
FIRST RECONCILIATION is celebrated in second grade and usually celebrated in January.
FIRST EUCHARIST is celebrated in second grade. The celebration of First Eucharist is usually celebrated in the spring.
CONFIRMATION is celebrated by high school students, after a 2 year process. Preparation involves an in-depth study of the power and presence of the Holy Spirit and emphasizes the importance of Christian maturity.
WEDDINGS are to be arranged at least 9 months before the proposed wedding date. One of the engaged couple must be registered in the parish and be a practicing Catholic. All couples are required to complete all parish and diocesan requirements for marriage, including counseling sessions and sponsor couple program.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK is done by appointment with the priest. Contact the rectory or church office.
COMMUNION FOR THE HOMEBOUND OR HOSPITALIZED: Contact the rectory or church office.