In the Sacraments of the Church, we believe that we receive special Graces from God to give us strength and guidance in our Christian journey through life. The Sacraments are rich in symbolism, and all require a proper period of preparation in order to appreciate the great spiritual richness they contain.
We become members of the Church by a series of Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion (Eucharist). In our human weakness, we receive God's forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation (also known an "Confession"). Marriage and the love at the heart of the family is blessed and consecrated through the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony, whilst those called to a union of special service in the church as deacons, priests or bishops receive the Sacrament of Holy Orders through the ministry of a Bishop. And then, those suffering from illness of any kind, can call upon God and his Church for the inner healing of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.
Please use the links on this page to find more information about the Sacraments and their administration in this parish of St John Paul II.
If you would like to immerse youself more deeply into the Theology of the Sacraments in the Church, you may like to click on the image below and explore the Catechism of the Catholic Church (from the Vatican Website).
