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Saint of the Day
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Saint Birgitta was the daughter of UpplandÂ?s Lagman, Birger Petersson and his wife, Ingeborg, who was a member of the same clan as the reigning family. BirgittaÂ?s family was pious; her father went...
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Prayer of the Day
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Holy Mary, mother fair, Filled with love for God, Pray for us in all our needs. Pray for us today.
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Today's Readings
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Reading I Ex 20:1-17Responsorial Psalm 19:8, 9, 10, 11Gospel Mt 13:18-23
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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
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Contact: Zach Ault at 270-442-1923 or zault@parishsfds.com
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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)
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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
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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
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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)