Sacraments

BAPTISMS

For those age 7 and younger. Baptismal preparation classes for both parent and Godparent are required. Contact Jane Tucker at jtucker@cdlex.org or 859-278-7432 ext. 1483. 

If you child is over 7 years old, they must enroll in the Children's Initiation program. Church law states that anyone over the "age of reason" (knowing right from wrong - about age 7) is to be instructed and prepared for the sacraments themselves. They are the ones who freely choose to be baptized. They will receive "Full Initiation" which is Baptism, Confirmation and First Communion. Church law states that all who have been prepared receive Full Initiation the following Easter Season after their preparation which may take a year or more. Contact Cara Johnson for details 859-278-7432 ext. 1487 or cjohnson@cdlex.org

BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE REQUESTS HERE

FIRST RECONCILIATION AND FIRST COMMUNION

CONFIRMATION

MARRIAGE PREPARATION

Your first step will be to contact a priest or deacon to meet and discuss the process. We encourage you to not set a wedding date until your first meeting. This will determine their availability and also availability of the church facilities. For an overview of the marriage preparation process click here

ANOINTING OF THE SICK is administered to bring spiritual assistance in a time of health needs.

If you, or a family member, would like to receive this sacrament, please call the parish office at (859) 278-7432. 

 The sacrament is administered to those who have a serious illness or will undergo a medical procedure or surgery and needs physical strength during an illness, especially near the time of death. It is a sacrament of healing and a prayer for physical and spiritual health. If you have a Sacramental emergency, call (859) 278-7432 at any time.

 

HOMEBOUND COMMUNION

If you would like communion brought to you or a loved one at home, please contact the Parish Office. (859) 278-7432 or mqhr@cdlex.org