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St. Francis Solanus Parish

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Sacraments

Seven encounters with Christ that mark every stage of life, from Baptism to the last anointing. Here's how to receive each one at St. Francis Solanus.

Explore the sacraments → Mass & Confession times
A priest elevating the chalice at the altar of St. Francis Solanus Church during Mass
Sacraments of Christian initiation

Becoming part of the Church

Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist lay the foundation of every Christian life. In the Restored Order, children receive Confirmation and First Communion together in 3rd grade.

A newly baptized woman in a white garment with her sponsor and a priest at the altar
Usually 2nd Sundays

Baptism

The first sacrament, welcoming your child into the family of God and into our parish family.

Baptize your child
Third graders in white at the front of St. Francis Solanus Church
3rd grade

Confirmation

Sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit, confirmed by the Bishop in the Restored Order.

About Confirmation
A girl in her First Communion dress receiving the Eucharist from the priest
3rd grade

First Holy Communion

Receiving the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time, prepared through school or PSR.

How preparation works
Good to know

The short answers

The questions families ask first, pulled from the pages above.

Confession Saturdays & Wednesdays

Saturday after the 8:00 a.m. Mass and at 3:00 p.m., and Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.

 Baptism 2nd Sundays

Parents attend a pre-baptism session first. Not celebrated during Lent.

 Weddings Six months ahead

Call before you book a reception hall or set a date.

 Someone is ill? Call us

Hospitals may not tell us, so let the Parish Office know at (217) 222-2898.
Questions?

We're here to help you prepare.

For any sacrament, the first step is a call to the Parish Office. We'll walk with you from there.

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