Sacraments
Baptism
Parents wishing to have a child less than seven years of age baptized are required to attend a Baptism Preparation Class prior to the child’s Baptism and must be registered members of the parish. English speaking classes are normally held the last Monday of each month (except December) in Room 10 of the St. Joseph’s Center from 6:30—9:30 p.m. Spanish speaking classes are normally held on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Godparents are also required to attend these classes. Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday of the month except during Lent. Please call the Church Office to register for a class, schedule a Baptism, for additional information, or to discuss the Baptism of children over seven years old.
Reconciliation and First Communion
Children are prepared for First Communion by participating in the Sunday school, Immaculate Conception School, or Hispanic Community preparation programs. They must be enrolled for at least one year prior to enrolling in a sacramental class.
Contacts:
Therese Ansberry (Sunday school - English), 931-645-6275 or 615-505-9729
Immaculate Conception School, 931-645-1865
Nancy Garza, (Hispanic Community), 931-320-2049
Confirmation
Students who have reached the 8th grade are prepared in the weekly Religious Education Programs. Preparation classes are conducted through the Sunday school, Immaculate Conception School, or the Hispanic Community. Candidates must be enrolled for at least one year prior to enrolling in a preparation class. Any adult wishing to receive this sacrament is asked to contact the Parish Office.
Contacts:
Therese Ansberry (Sunday school - English), 931-645-6275 or 615-505-9729
Immaculate Conception School, 931-645-1865
Nancy Garza, (Hispanic Community), 931-320-2049
Reconciliation
Confessions are heard daily after the morning Masses and before the evening Masses as well as 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Saturdays, or by calling the church office for an appointment.
Matrimony
Preparation is conducted by parish clergymen, couples, and/or the Diocese of Nashville. You must contact the parish office at least four months before the proposed marriage date.
Wedding Guide Booklet
Anointing of the Sick
If you or a loved one are anticipating a planned stay in the hospital or health care facility, please notify the parish office if you wish to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. HIPPA regulations no longer allow us to get names of the sick at hospitals or nursing homes. A hospital or health care institute must have you listed in their records as a Catholic to receive this sacrament in their facility. The sacrament of the sick can be given to anyone who is seriously ill, aged, or infirm. Please call the parish office to arrange for reception of this sacrament outside of the hospital.
Holy Orders
Anyone interested in the priesthood, diaconate, or religious life is asked to speak with Fr. Gaffny or any other clergyman. They are also available to discuss vocations to religious life as a brother or sister.