Sacraments

"Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua), and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word." Catechism of the Catholic Church 1213

When a child is ready to be baptized, Lenore Hales, who coordinates the Baptismal Program, is contacted and a date for the child’s baptism is arranged. Baptism will be within one of the Masses with the parish community. 
 
Participation in one Baptism preparation class is required for parents of infants and small children.This class will clarify the roles of Parents, Godparents, and the meaning of the various signs and symbols used within the baptismal rite. 
Classes are held on a monthly basis at varying Parishes in the area.
Call the Parish Center for information on upcoming classes: 440-282-9103

For more information or to schedule a Baptism,
Contact Ms. Lenore Hales.

"Those who approach the sacrament of Penance obtain pardon from God's mercy for the offense committed against him, and are, at the same time, reconciled with the Church which they have wounded by their sins and which by charity, by example, and by prayer labors for their conversion." Catechism of the Catholic Church 1422

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered regularly at St. Peter Parish on 
Saturdays at 3:00 PM or by appointment.
Call the Parish Center to schedule an appointment. 

The Rite of First Reconciliation for students preparing to receive their First Holy Eucharist is scheduled annually through the Religious Education Office.

Contact: Ms. Lenore Hales.


 

"The holy Eucharist completes Christian initiation. Those who have been raised to the dignity of the royal priesthood by Baptism and configured more deeply to Christ by Confirmation participate with the whole community in the Lord's own sacrifice by means of the Eucharist. At the Last Supper, on the night he was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic sacrifice of his Body and Blood. This he did in order to perpetuate the sacrifice of the cross throughout the ages until he should come again, and so to entrust to his beloved Spouse, the Church, a memorial of his death and resurrection: a sacrament of love, a sign of unity, a bond of charity, a Paschal banquet 'in which Christ is consumed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory is given to us.'" Cathechism of the Catholic Church 1322

Each time the Liturgy is celebrated, members of Christ's body who are in Full Communion with the Catholic Church are invited to take part in the reception of the Holy Eucharist. 

If you are interested in becoming Catholic or have a child preparing to enter 2nd Grade, visit our Religious Education Page for more information! 

"By the sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed." 
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1285

For Eighth-Grade Students who have already received the Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Eucharist.

Candidates must be enrolled in St. Peter School, St. Peter PSR, or Nativity PSR.

Six  required sessions are held on Sunday Mornings from 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM. 
Candidates must also participate in a Retreat Day and must attend all required meetings. 

See the Religious Education Page for more information.

"The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament." 
 Catechism of the Catholic Church 1601

Marriage is a Sacrament that is best celebrated in the home church of the bride or the groom. For weddings at St. Peter Parish, a six-month minimum period of preparation is required. This preparation includes a Pre-Cana class, the Prepare and Enrich Marriage Preparation instrument, and liturgical planning.

Those who are not parishioners of St. Peter Parish may still celebrate their weddings in the Church; however, permission must be granted by our Pastor. 

For those wishing to celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony at St. Peter Parish, know we are excited to journey with you on this process!

Contact Fr. Craig Hovanec to discuss details. 

"By the sacred anointing of the sick and the prayer of the priests, the whole Church commends those who are ill to the suffering and glorified Lord, that he may raise them up and save them. and indeed she exhorts them to contribute to the good of the People of God by freely uniting themselves to the Passion and death of Christ." 
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1499

If you or a loved one is in need of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, contact the Parish Office at 440-282-9103. 

Anointing of the Sick is not reserved only to those who are terminally ill. 
If you know that you are in need of the Sacrament, please contact the Parish Office with ample time to schedule an appointment. 

If a dire situation or emergency arises, please make mention of that when calling the office and every effort will be made to administer the Sacrament. 

"Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Christ to his apostles continues to be exercised in the Church until the end of time: thus it is the sacrament of apostolic ministry. It includes three degrees: episcopate, presbyterate, and diaconate."
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1536

Do you think you may have a Vocation? Is God calling you into Sacred Ministry?

For direction or questions, contact Fr. Craig Hovanec.