St. Anthony of Padua Lorain
Sacramental Preparation Programs
Discover Our Sacramental Preparation Programs
We offer sacramental preparation programs for children, teens, and adults as they grow in their faith and relationship with Christ. Click through the tabs below to learn more about each sacrament and how to begin the preparation process.
Sacrament of Baptism for Infants
The Sacrament of Baptism for Infants is scheduled when parents call the office to make arrangements.
Parents must be registered, active parishioners of the parish for at least 6 months before the Baptism is scheduled.
The baptism requires at least 1 Catholic Godparent who is a registered, practicing Catholic at his/her parish and has received all 3 sacraments of Baptism, Communion, and Confirmation.
If the Godparent is not a member of our Church, a sponsor certificate will need to be sent from the church where the godparent is a registered, active parishioner.
Sacrament of Baptism for Infants
The Sacrament of Baptism for Infants is scheduled when parents call the office to make arrangements.
Parents must be registered, active parishioners of the parish for at least 6 months before the Baptism is scheduled.
The baptism requires at least 1 Catholic Godparent who is a registered, practicing Catholic at his/her parish and has received all 3 sacraments of Baptism, Communion, and Confirmation.
If the Godparent is not a member of our Church, a sponsor certificate will need to be sent from the church where the godparent is a registered, active parishioner.
First Reconciliation & First Communion Preparation
First Reconciliation and First Communion Preparation are held during the 2nd grade year. Preparation takes place during the school day for children who attend St. Anthony School and within PSR for our children who attend other schools, along with a few evening classes. First Reconciliation classes begin in February, and First Communion classes begin in March/April.
We will provide Parent Information Meetings as these dates approach. Please check back for details.
If you have any questions, call the Parish Office at 440-288-0106.
Confirmation Preparation
Confirmation Preparation is held during the 8th grade year or high school.
Preparation takes place every other Sunday morning beginning at 8:15 am. Class will be from 8:15 am – 9:45 am and then all Confirmandi will attend Mass from 10 am – 11 am. Classes begin in October.
We will provide Parent Information Meetings as these dates approach. Please check back for details.
If you have any questions, call the Parish Office at 440-288-0106.
Adults wishing to be confirmed, please call the Parish Office.
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults, “OCIA”
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults, “OCIA,” is for adults seeking to become Christians and for Christians seeking to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church. Contact the Parish Office for more information: 440-288-0106.
Sacraments for Older Children, “OCIC”
Sacraments for Older Children, “OCIC,” is a program for children age seven and older who have not been baptized, have been baptized in another denomination, or have been baptized Catholic but have never practiced the faith. It is based on the OCIA.
Sacrament of Marriage
The Sacrament of Marriage is scheduled when the couple makes arrangements with the priest at least six months in advance. The soon-to-be bride or groom must be a registered, active parishioner of the church.
Please note: No date may be reserved until a discussion with the priest of the parish.