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Parish Programs and Information

• Sacrament of Baptism

The sacrament of Baptism is administered regularly on the first and third Sundays of the month at 1:00 p.m., parental instruction is mandatory before Baptism. Classes are normally held on the 4th Sunday of each month and should be attended prior to the baptism of the child. Call the Rectory (610)921-2729 to make arrangements.

Notes on Sacramental Sponsorship: Use this link to access the guidelines for consideration of all actual or potential sponsors for Baptism and/or Confirmation.

• Sacrament of Marriage

Arrangements must be made with one of the priests at least 6 months prior to the wedding. You will meet with the priest at least 3 times to discuss all the details of the wedding day, and to prepare for a lifelong commitment. You must also attend diocesan marriage prep classes. Call the rectory to set up an appointment and make sure the date you want is available.

• Care of the Homebound

Holy Communion is taken to the sick every Sunday. Contact the Rectory.

• Care of the Hospitalized

The priests visit the hospitals twice a week. Call the Rectory if a family member is admitted.

• Religious Education

PREP (or C.C.D.) Religious instruction for all youth not presently in a Catholic School is held on Tuesday evenings of the school year. It is important that your child continue to learn about their faith and grow closer to Jesus Christ and the Church. All public school children must attend PREP to prepare for the sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, or Confirmation.  Call Rose Quaglia at 929-1416.

• Letters of Recommendation

Letters of Recommendation can be issued only to registered parishioners who regularly attend Mass.

• New Parishioners

Please stop at the Rectory to register in the parish.

• Eucharistic Adoration in Parish Center

Eucharistic Adoration takes place in the HGA Chapel every week beginning Thursday after the 7:30 a.m. Mass until Thursday Night at 10:00 PM.