Sacraments
The Seven Sacraments are sacred signs instituted by Christ to give grace and strengthen us throughout every stage of life and faith. In the Roman Catholic tradition, the sacraments are encounters with God’s presence through the life of the Church.
Baptism, Confirmation, and the Holy Eucharist form the Sacraments of Initiation, welcoming believers into the Catholic faith and nourishing spiritual life. Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick are Sacraments of Healing, offering God’s mercy, forgiveness, comfort, and peace. Holy Orders and Matrimony are Sacraments of Service, calling individuals to serve God and others through ordained ministry or married life. Together, the seven sacraments guide, sustain, and deepen our relationship with Christ and His Church.
Baptism
Infant Baptism
We ask that parents be registered in the parish and actively practicing their faith. A baptism preparation class is required prior to celebration of the Sacrament.
If you are not a member of Holy Family Parish and wish to have the baptism of your child here, a letter from your local pastor is required, indicating you are a member of the parish and that you have completed your home parish's baptismal preparation program.
For more information about infant baptism, contact:
Fr. Jerry Hagen
715-972-4005
fr.jerry@holyfamilywoodruff.org
Adult Baptism
Adults who have not been baptized are invited to participate in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).
For more information about OCIA, contact:
Deacon Jason Martin
715-972-4012
jason.martin@holyfamilywoodruff.org
Eucharist
Youth First Holy Communion
First Holy Communion is traditionally celebrated in the spring of the child's second year of faith formation. In addition to the weekly Faith Formation program, preparation for this Sacrament includes participation in family-oriented activities. For more information contact:
The Faith Formation office
715-972-4017
Adult First Holy Communion
Adults who have never received Communion are invited to participate in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).
For more information about OCIA, contact:
Deacon Jason Martin
715-972-4012
jason.martin@holyfamilywoodruff.org
Reconciliation
Youth First Confession
First Confession is celebrated in the fall/winter of the second year of faith formation. In addition to the weekly Faith Formation classes, preparation for this sacrament includes participation in family-oriented activities. For more information, contact:
The Faith Formation office
715-972-4017
Weekly Confessions
The Sacrament of Penance is available Tuesdays at 4:45 pm and Saturdays at 3:00 pm This sacrament is offered face to face or through a screen in the Confessional in church.
For confession by appointment, contact:
Fr. Jerry Hagen
715-972-4005
fr.jerry@holyfamilywoodruff.org
Confirmation
Youth Confirmation
Confirmation of youth in at least 11th grade is celebrated annually. Preparation classes are held as part of the high school Faith Formation program. To enroll in Confirmation preparation or if you have any questions about student preparation contact:
The Faith Formation office
715-972-4017
Adult Confirmation
Adults who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation are invited to participate in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).
For more information about OCIA, contact:
Deacon Jason Martin
715-972-4012
jason.martin@holyfamilywoodruff.org
Marriage
Holy Family welcomes those preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. When you choose to get married in the Roman Catholic Church, you are asking for more than a ceremony, a church building, and a musician. This is a momentous promise and commitment. You will make a vow before God, family, friends, and your future spouse to stay married for the rest of your life.
In an effort to help you prepare for that commitment, the Roman Catholic Church requires that you participate in a marriage preparation process to explore personal values, your commitment to the Faith, and your relationship with your future spouse.
Catholics seeking the celebration of marriage should be registered in the parish here at Holy Family or where they currently live. The active practice of your faith is presumed.
At the time of formal engagement, and at least 6-months prior to the anticipated wedding date, contact:
Deacon Jason Martin
715-972-4012
jason.martin@holyfamilywoodruff.org
Anointing of the Sick
The Roman Catholic Church believes and confesses that among the seven Sacraments there is one specially intended to strengthen those who are being tried by illness, the Anointing of the Sick. The sacrament is not for those only who are at the point of death, but for those who suffer not only physical illness but emotional, psychological and spiritual afflictions as well.
This Sacrament is administered upon request.
For more information or to make an appointment, contact:
The Parish Office
715-356-6284
Holy Orders
Men who feel that God may be calling them to the priesthood or to the diaconate often find this sense of "calling" something that grows or will not go away. Sometimes one or more others will ask, "Have you ever considered becoming a priest or deacon?" If you are experiencing these thoughts or intuitions, or perhaps are just curious, Fr. Jerry can assist you in exploring a potential calling more deeply.
While not a Sacrament, women and men may also feel God's call in the form of vowed life, as a religious sister or brother. These men and women, too, feel that call which sometimes arises very clearly while other times is vague or mysterious. Careful discernment with others is always a necessary step in these matters.
For more information, contact:
Fr. Jerry Hagen
715-972-4005
fr.jerry@holyfamilywoodruff.org
