Sacraments
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
MATTHEW 28:19-28
The seven sacraments – Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, Reconciliation, Marriage, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick – are the life of the Catholic Church. Each Sacrament is an outward sign of an inward reality instituted by Jesus which imparts a special grace. In worship, we give to God that which we owe Him; in the Sacraments, He gives us the graces necessary to live a truly human life.
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Before you schedule any formal dates for Sacraments, sacramentals, or blessings, you need to speak with our priest as many of these require specific preparation. We invite you to learn more about each Sacrament and how to participate in them here at the Northwest Tri-Parishes (in addition to the Seven Sacraments, our priests are available for Funerals, Quinceañeras, Presentaciónes, House Blessings, and Annulments).
Please Note: The Archdiocese of Denver is lowering the age of Confirmation and restoring it to its original place before the reception of First Eucharist. As of the year 2020, the Archdiocese of Denver will be Confirming all children in the Third Grade. For more information on this, please visit the Archdiocese of Denver’s “Saints Among Us” website: click here to access that page.
BAPTISM
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, …”
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Baptism is the sacrament that welcomes us into the Church and makes us children of God. Through water and the Holy Spirit, we are freed from sin and begin a new life in Christ.
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RECONCILIATION
“If we acknowledge our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from every wrongdoing.” 1 John 1:19
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Reconciliation is the sacrament where we receive God’s forgiveness for our sins. Through it, we are healed and restored in our relationship with God and the Church.
HOLY ORDERS
“…pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.”
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Holy Orders is the sacrament through which men are ordained as deacons, priests, or bishops. They are called to serve the Church by leading, teaching, and celebrating the sacraments.
MARRIAGE
“If I speak in human and angelic tongue but do not have love, I am a resounding gong or a clashing cymbal…” 1 Corinthians
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Matrimony is the sacrament in which a man and a woman are united in a lifelong covenant of love. Their marriage reflects Christ’s love for the Church and is open to the gift of life.
