First Reconciliation

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a liturgical celebration of God’s forgiveness of sins, through which we, as sinners, are reconciled with both God and the larger community. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is normally received for the first time prior to First Eucharist. The Second graders of St. Leonard’s Faith Community prepare for First Reconciliation throughout the fall with study and a family retreat and the Sacrament is celebrated during Advent. Reconciliation Services for the Community are celebrated communally during Advent and Lent. This Sacrament can be scheduled at any time by calling the priest Chaplain/Moderator, Fr. Mick.

Anointing of the Sick

Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament of healing. The emphasis has changed significantly since the Second Vatican Council from an anointing for the dying person to help prepare them for heaven, to an anointing of grace so that the sick person may follow the example of Christ and so persevere as Christ persevered. Now, as soon as one begins to be in danger of death due to old age or illness, or are struggling, spiritually and physically with their illness, they are candidates for anointing. “If a sick person who received this anointing recovers his health, he can in the case of another grave illness receive this sacrament again. If during the same illness the person’s condition becomes more serious, the sacrament may be repeated. It is fitting to receive the Anointing of the Sick just prior to a serious operation. The same holds for the elderly whose frailty becomes more pronounced” (CCC, 1515). “Is anyone sick among you? Let them send for the priests of the Church and the priests will pray over them, anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord and the prayer of faith will save the sick person and if they are in sin, they will be forgiven.” James 5:14 -15 Arrangements can be made with our Chaplain/Moderator for this Sacrament.