Catholic Parishes of the Islands

The Seven Sacraments

Encounters with the living Christ, given to us by the Church for every season of life — from the cradle to eternal life.

Christ gave us seven sacraments to touch every stage of life and faith with his grace. Choose a sacrament to learn what it means and how to celebrate it at St. Mary, St. Francis Xavier, or St. Paul.

Sacraments of Initiation

Baptism

The gateway to life in the Spirit and the door to every other sacrament.

Confirmation

Sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit and sent to witness to Christ.

The Holy Eucharist

The source and summit of the Christian life — the Body and Blood of Christ.

Sacraments of Healing

Reconciliation

An encounter with the God of mercy, who is always waiting for you.

Anointing of the Sick

Christ's healing grace in illness, surgery, age, and the approach of death.

Sacraments at the Service of Communion

Matrimony

A covenant of married love, a living sign of Christ's love for the Church.

Holy Orders

The sacrament of apostolic ministry — bishops, priests, and deacons.