St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church

Paducah, KY

Liturgy & Sacraments

- Liturgy & Sacraments
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Saint of the Day
- St. Francis de Sales: Saint of the Day for Monday, January 24, 2022
  
  by Catholic Online
  
  St. Francis de Sales was born to a noble family at Chateau de Sales in the Kingdom of Savoy near Geneva, Switzerland on August 21, 1567. He was a Bishop and Doctor of the Church. Francis was both...
Prayer of the Day
- An Act of Abandonment (by Saint Francis De Sales): Prayer of the Day for Monday, January 24, 2022
  
  by Catholic Online
  
  O my God, I thank you and I praise you for accomplishing your holy and all-lovable will without any regard for mine. With my whole heart, in spite of my heart, do I receive this cross I...
Today's Readings
- Memorial of Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
  
  Reading I 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10
  Responsorial Psalm 89:20, 21-22, 25-26
  Gospel Mk 3:22-30

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
- This process is for adults and youth, above the age of reason (7+), who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith
- Tuesday evenings, 6:00-7:30pm, August-May
- St. Jane Frances Religious Education Center
- Contact: Zach Ault at 270-442-1923 or zault@parishsfds.com
Sacrament of Baptism
- Baptisms are usually celebrated during regularly scheduled weekend Masses
- Instructions for parents of children under the age of seven are offered upon request
- Parents and Godparents are encouraged to schedule the preparation before the birth of the child
- Call the Parish Office to schedule the preparation (270-442-1923)
Sacrament of First Reconciliation & First Communion
- Preparation for the first reception of these sacraments are provided in the parish for all second grade children inclusive of the Catholic school, parish faith formation and home school programs.
- Parental involvement is part of the sacramental preparation
- All children are required by diocesan policy to be enrolled in formal religious education classes two years before receiving these sacraments
Sacrament of Confirmation
- Preparation for this sacrament is with 9th graders or any high school student enrolled in Paducah Area Faith Formation or St. Mary High School
- All candidates for confirmation are required by diocesan policy to be enrolled in formal religious education classes two years before receiving this sacrament
Sacrament of Marriage
- Couples wishing to enter into a Christian Marriage are asked to contact the pastor for an appointment
- Diocesan policy requires that marriage preparation be scheduled at least six months before the intended date of marriage
- Part of the required preparation is a participation in Sponsor Couple or Engaged Couples Encounter
- Reservation of the Church and Parish can be made nine months in advance of the wedding date
- Contact the parish office for guidelines (270-442-1923 or office@parishsfds.com)