OCIA 

The OCIA is a journey of faith for:

Non-Christians seeking to enter the Catholic Church through Baptism.

Non-Catholic Christians who wish to be received into full communion with the Catholic Church.

Baptized Catholics who have not yet received First Eucharist and/or Confirmation.

This process provides spiritual formation and catechesis, guiding individuals toward a deeper relationship with Christ and full participation in the life of the Church.

The OCIA is a process ongoing throughout the year. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic or completing the Sacraments of Initiation, please contact Sr. Anna at 732-283-2816.

A similar program, known as OCIC , Order of Christian Initiation of Children, is available for children age 7 and older who have not yet been baptized. Please contact Sr. Anna at 732-283-2816

For all Baptism inquiries, please visit the Parish Office and bring your child’s birth certificate. At that time, you will receive all necessary forms and information regarding Baptism preparation including requirements for parents and godparents.

All completed documentation and a $100.00 donation must be submitted to the Parish Office no later than two weeks before the scheduled Baptism date.

Baptisms are celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 12:30 PM.
Baptism Preparation Classes are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.

Confirmation 

Sacrament of Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation is typically conferred upon the young people of our parish at the beginning of their Ninth Grade year.

Preparation for this important sacrament is a two-year program that begins in the Seventh Grade and continues through Eighth Grade.
(For older children or those who have not been baptized, please see information about R.C.I.A./R.C.I.C.)

To register your child or for more information, please contact Sister Anna at 732-283-2816.

First Communion 

First Holy Communion

Children of our parish typically receive the Sacrament of First Holy Communion at the end of Second Grade.

Preparation for this sacred milestone is a two-year program, beginning in First Grade and continuing through Second Grade.
(For older children who have not received this sacrament, please see information about R.C.I.A./R.C.I.C, above)

To register your child or for more details, please contact Sister Anna at 732-283-2816.

Marriage

Wedding Etiquette and Guidelines

When entering the church for your wedding or rehearsal, please remember that it is a sacred place of worship. Reverence and appropriate behavior are expected at all times.

Rehearsals and preparation will be coordinated with the priest who will officiate your ceremony.

Floral arrangements may be placed at the sides of the sanctuary, near the pulpit, or in other appropriate areas—but not directly in front of the altar.

To protect the church, no tape, glue, staples, putty, or wire may be used to attach decorations to the pews.

Please note the following are not permitted:

Throwing of rice, rose petals, confetti, bird seed, or any similar materials.

Pets, with the exception of service animals.

We thank you for honoring the sanctity of the church and the dignity of the Sacrament of Matrimony.
 

Must be at least 14 years of age, and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, & Confirmation. Must be an active Catholic who is registered in a Catholic Parish, attends Mass, supports the Church, and leads a life compatible with the teachings of the Church. We cannot write letters of eligibility if you do not meet all of these criteria. Original Confirmation certificates of both Godparents need to be brought in to the Parish Office. These requirements are universal law and are not differed by the Parish.

If any of your loved ones are homebound, in the hospital, need a Priest and wish to receive this Sacrament you are encouraged to call the Parish Office at 732-283-2300. The Priests are always on call!! Regular communion calls to the sick, aged or homebound should be arranged in advance.