We see this sacrament as an initiation and welcoming into the Christian Community.  It is an important step taken by parents and entails serious responsibility.  We attempt to help parents by seeing them privately and requiring their participation in a preparation session prior to the celebration of the sacrament.   Baptisms are held one Sunday a month at 12:00 p.m. or at a time set with the priest or deacon.  Call the rectory office for arrangements.

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults

Adults seeking initiation into the Catholic Church are welcome to the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults.  Following an initial evangelization period, interested adults are paired with sponsors, instructed in principles of the Catholic Faith, and invited to commit themselves to membership in the Church.  The process includes continuing activities and support beyond baptism.  If interested in participating in this exciting ministry, call Rianna Meinert, Director of Religious Education at 563-3278.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

The scheduled time is  Wednesday  from 12:30  - 1: p.m. & Saturday from 2:45 - 3:30 p.m.  During certain liturgical seasons, communal penance services are held.  Of course, anyone's confession will be heard at any time upon request.

Sacrament of Eucharist: First Communion

First Confession and First Communion are important steps for a youngster, and it is equally important that the parents be involved.  Registration is taken in the Fall for classes.  Some of the sessions require participation of the parents.  More information is available by calling Rianna Meinert, Director of Religious Education at 563-3278.

Sacrament of Confirmation for Young People

After registration each September, sessions are held on Sundays for the candidates until the celebration of the sacrament in the late Spring.   Sophomores or students 15 years or older are eligible.  For more information, contact Therese Moen, Youth Director at 563-3278.

Sacrament of Confirmation for Adults

Classes are held in the Winter of every year for those adults who are baptized Catholics but lacking the Sacrament of Confirmation.  The classes meet weekly until the time of the celebration of the sacrament in the late Spring.   Contact Rianna Meinert, Director of Religious Education at 563-3278.

Sacrament of Marriage

At St. Peter's, we believe that marriage is a commitment that affects the entire community, as well as the couple itself.  We also know that a Christian marriage requires work.  In our marriage preparation, we strive to help engaged couples deal with important issues that they will need to face in their marriage.   This is done in the context of meetings both with the priest and with a sponsor couple.  We hope that through these meetings, marriage might  be seen as a sign of Christ's love for the world and that the parish can be support and nourishment for those entering this special relationship.  The engaged couple should contact the parish priest at least six months before marriage.  Those who would like help by being a sponsor couple (in their own home at their convenience) are invited to call the parish office.

Sacrament of the Sick