Sacraments
A sacrament is an outward sign instituted by Christ to give special grace. It may also be called a sacred and mysterious sign and ceremony ordained by Christ to convey grace to our souls. The Passion of Christ is the rich and exhaustless source from which the grace of every Sacrament is derived; for each grace was purchased for us at the price of our Divine Redeemer’s Blood.
Baptism
Baptism is the beginning of our faith and our gateway into the Church. We are grateful you are considering this sacrament for your child(ren) or for yourself. You are invited to call us at 605-574-2479.
First Communion
The Eucharist, which is the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ, and the Source and Summit of the entire Christian life, is usually received for the first time shortly after one has reached the age of reason (at least by second grade in school). Preparation includes weekly classes and other activities. Please contact the parish office at 605-574-2479 for more information.
Confirmation
Through the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized are more perfectly bound to the Church as witnesses and soldiers of Christ through word and deed; with the gift of the Holy Spirit, Who is bestowed on the faithful in Baptism, being stirred up and strengthened. In our diocese, those to be confirmed are usually confirmed between their 6th and 8th grades in school. Please contact the parish office at 605-574-2479 for more information.
Matrimony
Marriage preparations begins 6 months prior to the wedding. Call the parish office shortly after your engagement to schedule!
Anointing the
Sick
The anointing of the sick is administered to bring spiritual and even physical strength during a serious illness, and especially if near death. If a you or a loved one is in need of a priest to visit them at home or in the hospital, contact us at 605-574-2479.
Reconcilation
"Christ instituted the sacrament of Penance for all sinful members of his Church: above all for those who, since Baptism, have fallen into grave sin, and have thus lost their baptismal grace and wounded ecclesial communion. It is to them that the sacrament of Penance offers a new possibility to convert and to recover the grace of justification" (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1446)