What is Marriage?
Marriage is a sacred covenant entered into between a man and a woman for life for the good of each other, and the procreation and education of children.
A sacrament is a very special way in which God enters our life.
It is a sign that God is giving us a powerful Grace.
There are three types of Sacraments:
- Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation)
- Sacraments of Healing (Confession, Anointing of the Sick),
- Sacraments of Commitment (Matrimony, Holy Orders).
We offer sacramental preparation for:
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- First Communion
- Confirmation
- Matrimony
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Baptism
What is Baptism?
Jesus was baptized and taught his Apostles to do likewise. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons and daughters of God. We become members of the Body of Christ as we are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission. We can’t wait to welcome your child into the life of Christ and our Church through Baptism. To get started, please fill out the baptism inquiry form and our team will reach out to you.
Want to request a Baptism Sacrament?
Reconciliation
What is Reconciliation?
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is about the mercy of Jesus Christ. Honestly confessing our sins reconciles us to God and restores us to his grace and intimate friendship. Confession breaks the power of shame and hurt of sin, and restores and revitalizes our relationships within the community of faith in the life of our Church. If you would like to make confession, please request a confession or visit with your parish priest
Sacramental Prep
We love to help kids connect with Jesus through the Sacraments. Preparation for First Communion and Reconciliation is available for kids starting in 2nd grade, and Confirmation is available to those 12 years and older. Registration for First Reconciliation and First Communion begins at the start of the school year in the fall. To get started, please fill out the inquiry form and our team will reach out to you. If you would like to make confession, please request a confession or visit with your parish priest.
Communion
What is the Eucharist?
Communion, also called Holy Eucharist, is the third Sacrament of Initiation. The word ‘Eucharist’ comes from the Greek word for ‘Thanksgiving’. When we receive the Eucharist at Mass, Jesus is feeding us with His body and blood making us one with Him and with each other so that we can go out into the world and be His hands and feet to others. Unlike Baptism and Confirmation, which can only be received once, the Eucharist is received over and over throughout our lives.
First Communion
Our Sacramental Preparation program for First Reconciliation and First Communion is designed as a faith journey for kids. Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion is available for kids entering into 2nd grade or up.
Registration for First Reconciliation and First Communion begins at the start of the school year in the fall. To get started, please fill out the inquiry form and our team will reach out to you.
Adult First Communion
If you’re an adult seeking to receive your First Communion or thinking about becoming Catholic, please fill out the inquiry form and our team will reach out to you.
Confirmation
Celebrating Confirmation
In Confirmation, Christians receive a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit and deepening of baptismal graces needed to grow as mature disciples of Christ in the life of the Church.
Our preparation program is open to students 12 years and older (6th grade). It’s your chance to say YES to God, YES to faith, YES to the church. Preparation for Confirmation is a journey for you, the student. Your parents, family, friends, and sponsor will be here every step of the way to support you. But you need to be ready. If you’re ready to commit to your faith, please fill out the inquiry form and our team will reach out to you.
Adult Confirmation
If you’re an adult seeking to receive your Confirmation or thinking about becoming Catholic, please fill out the inquiry form and our team will reach out to you.
Matrimony
Marriage Prep
Congratulations on your engagement! We can’t wait to help you prepare to celebrate this exciting moment in your relationship. To get started, please fill out the marriage inquiry form and our team will reach out to you.
Holy Orders
What is Holy Orders?
Since the time of the Apostles, Christ has personally called forth some men to dedicate their lives ministering to the People of God in the service of the Church as a priest. To discuss or learn more about a vocation to the Catholic priesthood, check out the Diocese of Rapid City’s Vocations or the Jesuits Vocations websites.
Anointing of the Sick
What is Anointing of the Sick?
When the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is given, the hoped-for effect is that, if it be God’s will, the person be physically healed of illness. But even if there is no physical healing, the primary effect of the Sacrament is a spiritual healing by which the sick person receives the Holy Spirit’s gift of peace and courage to deal with the difficulties that accompany serious illness or the frailty of old age.
Requesting an Anointing
There is no need to wait until a person is at the point of death to receive the Sacrament. Those of Catholics whose health is seriously impaired by sickness or old age can request an Anointing. Please contact us if you or a loved one would like to receive the sacrament.