The seven sacraments of the Catholic Church are visible signs, instituted by Christ, to bring us grace. There are seven. Three are sacraments of initiation, which bring a person into full communion with the Church. These are Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Two, Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick are sacraments of healing. The final two are sacraments of vocation: Matrimony and Holy Orders.
BaptismThe Sacrament of Baptism is the first Sacrament of Initiation into the Catholic faith community. Your desire to have your child baptized is a promise to actively share your faith with them through your own word and example. To set a date for a Baptism please call the Parish Office at 317-926-7359. Baptisms are primarily held on the first and third weekends of the month after the Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Mass or Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Mass
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EucharistEucharist means thanksgiving. This is when Christ’s body and blood are offered and then received by the parishioner under the appearance of bread and wine. Christ during the Last Supper broke bread, blessed and ate it, gave it to his disciples and told them to eat it, saying, this is My Body. Now the priest, through the words of consecration, blesses and administers the Holy Communion during every mass to unite each of the faithful who partakes to Christ. Food and drink nourishes our bodies ‒- Christ’s blood and body nourishes us spiritually. Are you or your child interested making their first Communion? Begin your journey at Saint Michael’s by scheduling a meeting with us. |
ConfirmationThe Sacrament of Confirmation is one of the Sacraments of Initiation, along with Baptism and the Eucharist. This means that through Confirmation we celebrate a person’s new life in Christ and their membership in the Body of Christ, the Catholic Church. Not only is a person’s bond with the Church strengthened, but Confirmation Confirmandi also receives an outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Confirmandi experience a growth in the spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, understanding, right judgment, courage, knowledge, reverence, and wonder and awe.
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ReconciliationDuring the sacrament of Reconciliation, also called Penance or Confession, one confesses their sins to God through a priest who forgives their sins by God’s mercy through absolution, and orders them to live a more faithful life. Confession is essential to cultivating and fruitfully living out the word of God. To learn about our first Reconciliation program, contact the parish office at (317) 926-7359. Confession times: |
Anointing of the SickThis sacrament is only bestowed upon those who are seriously ill or suffering, which then unites the inflicted with Christ’s passion. Anointing the forehand and hands of the person with chrism while a priest administers a special blessing is how this sacrament is received. This special blessing strengthens the recipient and allows them to grow connection with God in both mind and body during a time of suffering. To request the sacrament of Anointing, please contact the parish office at (317) 926-7359. Outside of business hours, contact (765) 301-0794. |
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MatrimonyMarriage isn’t just a union between man and wife. The covenant that a husband and wife make with one other, and with Christ on their wedding day, mirrors Christ’s love and service to the church. Through the sacrament of matrimony, a couple promises to help build each other up in faith, serve each other and the Church and be faithful to each other until death. Interested in getting married at St. Michael? Start by contacting the parish office at (317) 926-7359 |
Holy OrdersThis sacrament is for those who choose to become a priest, bishop or deacon. Through ordination, they are able to perform sacred duties and serve the church community. This is not a sacrament that everyone partakes in, rather it’s one that people feel called to by God. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the call to the priesthood, contact the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Office of Vocations |
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