Sacraments

Practical information about the sacraments and other services of the Church in St. Barbara Parish: what the Church offers, and how to arrange it with the priest.

• Baptism →

  For parents who would like their child baptised: what baptism means, who can be a godparent, emergency baptism, and how to arrange the baptism with the priest.

• Confirmation →

  About the sacrament of Confirmation for young people and adults: the usual age, when it can be received earlier or later, and adapted preparation for candidates with special needs.

• Holy Communion (Eucharist) →

  About the Eucharist, the most central sacrament of the Church: why those who are not Catholic come forward for a blessing, and how to ask the priest to offer Mass for a particular intention.

• Confession →

  About the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, and how to go to confession in St. Barbara Parish: at the regular time for confession or by arrangement with one of the priests.

• Anointing of the Sick →

  For the sick and elderly and their families: about the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Communion for those who cannot come to church. Contact the priest to arrange a visit.

• Holy Orders →

  For anyone thinking about becoming a priest, a deacon, or a religious sister or brother: talk about your vocation with your spiritual director. The parish prays for vocations.

• Marriage →

  For Catholics planning to marry, including in a civil ceremony, in another church or abroad: contacting the parish priest, the required marriage preparation course, dispensations, and Church recognition of a civil marriage.

• Funerals →

  For families who have lost a loved one: how to arrange a funeral with the priest and the funeral director, the Requiem Mass in St. Barbara Church, and the choice of cemetery.