The Sacrament of Baptism

Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit and the door which gives access to the other sacraments.  Through baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as children of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the church and made sharers in its mission.  Baptism is a sacrament of regeneration through water and in the word.
Baptisms are held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at the church.  Arrangements should be made in advance. A Baptismal preparation class is required for both parents, for the baptism of the first child, and for godparents.  This class meets on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Religious Ed. Building, classroom #7.  Use the faculty entrance at the side of the building in the circle on Hunter Street.

When

2nd  & 4th Sunday at 1:30 PM

Contact

Parish Office: 845-928-6027

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Penance)

The sacrament of Reconciliation was instituted by Jesus for all sinful members of his church: above all for those who, since baptism have fallen into grave sin, and have thus  lost their baptismal grace and wounded communion with the church community.

When

Saturdays: 4:30 - 5:15 pm in the reconciliation room in the rear of the church.      

The Sacrament of the Eucharist

The Sacrament of the Eucharist (Holy Communion) is the true Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ under the appearances of  bread and wine.  For information on receiving the Eucharist at home:

Contact

Parish Office: 845-928-6027

For information on the reception of First Holy Communion:

Contact

Religious Education Office 845-928-6688

The Sacrament of Confirmation

Confirmation is the Sacrament which gives us the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. It completes the graces we receive at Baptism and helps to make us strong and faithful followers of Jesus Christ.

For information on Confirmation:

Contact

Religious Education Office 845-928-6688

The Sacrament of Matrimony

Matrimony is the Sacrament by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life.  It is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of their offspring.

Parishioners wishing to marry are asked to contact the Parish Office as soon as the desired date for marriage is chosen.  After contacting our office, a detailed information sheet will be sent to the engaged couple.

Contact

Parish Office: 845-928-6027

Sacrament of Holy Orders

Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Jesus to his apostles continues to be exercised in the Church until the end of time: thus it is the sacrament of apostolic ministry.  It includes three degrees: episcopate, presbyterate (priesthood), and deaconate.

Contact

 Archdiocese of New York: 212-371-1000

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick

 With the anointing on the forehead by the priest a seriously sick person is blessed with the grace of Jesus Christ so that his love and mercy may help the sick person with the sufferings and pains of his/her illness. The grace of the Holy Spirit is conferred to renew trust and faith in God against temptations to discouragement and anguish in the face of death.  It is meant to lead the sick person to healing of the soul, but also of the body if such is God's will.  Furthermore, if one has committed sins, they will be forgiven.

For a person who is seriously ill, please make arrangements for the priest to visit the sick person either at home or in the hospital for the Eucharist and Sacrament of the Sick.  A priest or special minister of Holy Communion will follow up by making home visits with the Eucharist.

Contact

Parish Office: 845-928-6027