SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM
Baptism is the first of the seven sacraments, and the “door” which gives access to the other sacraments. It is the first and chief sacrament of forgiveness of sins because it unites us with Christ, who died for our sins and rose for our justification. Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist constitute the “sacraments of initiation” by which a believer receives the remission of original and personal sin, begins a new life in Christ and the Holy Spirit, and is incorporated into the Church, the Body of Christ. The rite of Baptism consists in immersing the candidate in water, or pouring water on the head, while pronouncing the invocation of the Most Holy Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (CCC 977, 1213 ff.; 1275, 1278).
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The Baptism of your child is truly something to celebrate. Baptism preparation sessions are offered on the second Wednesday of every month. These are held from 6 to 8 PM at the parish center. All parents and godparents must attend. Godparents who live out of the area must make arrangements to attend their parish Baptism preparation sessions. The sessions are meant to help parents prepare for and celebrate the Baptism of their child in a joyful and meaningful way, and to help the godparents understand their very important role. Godparents must be confirmed and active participating Catholics in good standing with the church.
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Please contact Tammy (541-673-5157) to register for this class and discuss a Baptism date (for infants through age six years). Baptism arrangements must be made one month prior. Baptisms will always be held at St. Joseph’s on the second Saturday of each month at 10AM. If you are expecting a baby, this is the perfect time to take these classes before the little one arrives!
RECONCILIATION
"The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation flows directly from the Paschal Mystery" (Pope Francis). The reconciliation with God effected by this sacrament means that the Sacrament of Penance restores us to God's grace and joins us with him once more in an intimate friendship. To those who receive the Sacrament of Penance with a sincere and contrite heart, God offers peace and serenity of conscience and spiritual consolation. It is a moment of true spiritual resurrection and restoration of the dignity and blessings of the life of the children of God. "Each time we go to confession, God embraces us. God rejoices!" (Pope Francis). Jesus taught: "There is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents." Luke 15:10.
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Reconciliation Times:
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Saturdays 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (St. Joseph Church)
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First Sunday 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM (St. Francis Xavier Church)
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For more information, please contact the parish office at 541-673-515
HOLY EUCHARIST
First Holy Communion Preparation:
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Sacramental preparation is a completely separate program from the Religious Education program. The guidelines for Sacramental Prep are as follows:
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Children may begin to prepare for the Sacraments in the fall of 2nd grade or older. (registration is usually early August)
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Children must be active in a Religious Education program.
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Be registered in the parish.
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A copy of child’s baptismal record will be needed before First Reconciliation; if your child was baptized somewhere other than St. Francis Xavier or St. Joseph Church.
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A registration fee of $30.00 helps with the cost of the materials. (Scholarships available)
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Parent and child are required to attend monthly sessions with their child.
For those interested in this Sacrament please contact Tammy Castleman/Religious Education Coordinator at the parish office at 541-673-5157. Click here for a printable registration packet.
First Holy Communion for Teens:
Click here for Sacramental Prep Requirements for Teens
For the Sacrament of First Holy Communion for Teens, please contact the office at 541-673-5157.
CONFIRMATION
Confirmation: Classes begin in October 2, 2025. For those interested in the Sacrament of Confirmation, please contact the Youth Coordinator or the Parish Office 541-673-5157.
Click here for Sacramental Prep Requirements for Teens
The schedule for Fall 2025-2026 will be available soon.
MATRIMONY
The sacramental covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament. (CCC, 1601).
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For those interested in the Sacrament of Marriage, a minimum of six months advance notice is required. Contact the Pastor at 541-673-5157 to arrange for required interview.
HOLY ORDERS
Holy Orders is the Sacrament of Apostolic Ministry by which the mission entrusted by Christ to his Apostles continues to be exercised in the Church through the laying on of hands. This sacrament has three distinct degrees or “orders”: deacon, priest, and bishop. All three confer a permanent, sacramental character (CCC,1536).
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If you believe that the Lord may be calling you to this ministry, please contact the Parish Office to arrange a conversation with Father Busse about vocational discernment.
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Visit the Office or Vocations website:​ Archdiocese of Portland
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ANOINTING OF THE SICK
By the sacred anointing of the sick and the prayer of the priests the whole Church commends those who are ill to the suffering and glorified Lord, that he may raise them up and save them and indeed she exhorts them to contribute to the good of the People of God by freely uniting themselves to the Passion and death of Christ." (CCC, 1499).
For more information please contact the Parish Office at 541-673-5157.