= Holy Martyrs =

Reconciliation

Saturday - 4:00 - 4:30 PM & 7:30 - 8:00 PM
Eve of First Friday - 7:30 - 8:00 PM

Baptism

Parish celebrations of Baptism are usually held during the 9:30 AM Mass on the first Sunday of the month or early in the afternoon the other Sundays. Baptisms are not usually celebrated during Lent. Parents must attend the pre-Baptismal program offered by the parish. Call the Parish Secretary to register for the program and the Baptism.

Holy Orders

Those considering a call to the priesthood or diaconate may discuss this with the parish priests. For information call the Vocation Office for Diocesan Priesthood at 610 667-5778 or visit the web site of St. Charles Seminary.

Anointing of the Sick / Communion Calls

The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick in administered communally on the first Saturday of the month at 4:30 PM. The sacrament will also be administered upon request. The homebound who request it are visited weekly by Eucharistic Ministers who bring communion. Priests of the parish visit approximately monthly.

Confirmation

Confirmation is administered in the parish yearly. Preparation for children is through Catholic school religion classes or the parish CCD program. Adults who which to be confirmed should contact the rectory office.

Marriage

The parish must be contacted at least six months in advance of the desired wedding date. All engaged couples should attend a Pre-Cana program early in their engagement. The parish provides a handbook to assist couples in planning the liturgy.