The Sacraments
In general chronological order of your Christian Life.
Some Sacraments are received just once in life, others may be received regularly and frequently.
Learn more about receiving the Sacraments, below.
Baptism
Reconciliation
First Communion
Confirmation
Wedding
Funeral
Baptism
Welcome to our St Francis baptism page, we are delighted that you are considering having your child baptized here in Charlestown.
To have your child baptized at the St Francis, parents of the child must direct a letter/email requesting baptism including the details below:
- Name of the child.
- Age of the child.
- Name(s) of the parent(s).
- Who is (are) the practicing Catholic(s) who wish to have the baby baptized.
- Names of the godparents.
- Parent's Home address.
- Contact telephone numbers
Letters can be mailed to St. Francis De Sales office at 46 Winthrop St., Charlestown, MA 02129 and/or emailed to info@charlestowncatholic.org
Reconciliation / Confession
Confessions are heard on Saturday afternoons at 3:30 - please ask the priest. If you’d prefer an appointment at 46 Winthrop St., please call the Collaborative offices.
What do I need to do to make a good confession?
Take some time beforehand to review your life and identify any sins you have committed. The priest will give you a penance, which is a prayer or act that allows you to show your repentance. There is a brief prayer, an act of contrition that expresses your sorrow for sin. The priest concludes by giving you pardon/absolution.
First Holy Communion
In collaboration with parents, we provide a two year program of preparation for children. In this program, the children prepare to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion beginning in the first grade and concluding in second grade.
For further information, please contact info@charlestowncatholic.org
Confirmation
In our archdiocese, young people are expected to prepare for confirmation during their high school years. Programs to help them grow in faith involve Mass, prayer, faith sharing, learning and service.
Mass & Prayer
Faith Sharing
Learning
Service
At Charlestown Catholic Collaborative, students should register as they complete 8th grade. Every year, Charlestown Catholic Collaborative provides Adult Confirmation classes for those who have not had the opportunity to receive this sacrament.
OCIA/RCIA
The Order (or Rite) of Christian Initiation for Adults is comprised of a series of presentations and discussions for those who wish to become Catholics that will prepare them to be received into the fullness of the Church through the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist, primarily celebrated at the Vigil Mass on the night before Easter. For Christians that have been baptized and desire to become Catholics, the process will prepare them to be brought into the fullness of our faith and receive Eucharist and Confirmation. See Fr. John to learn more.
Adult Confirmation
Perhaps you- or a loved one- have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation- a series of presentations and discussions will prepare the candidate- they may choose receive the Sacrament at our collaborative celebration after Easter, or the Adult Confirmation Masses held during the year by the Archdiocese. See Fr. John to learn more.
Weddings
Marriage is the blessed sacrament of becoming one and growing together in faith.
At the St Francis Church, your first step is to check availability and to direct an inquiry and intent to the Office of the Pastor.
Please provide your and your fiancé's full name, full address and daytime telephone number, the preferred date time of choice for your wedding, with two alternate choices for your celebration. We will contact you shortly after receiving your inquiry.
John E. Sheridan
Learn more about the Sacrament of Marriage, as well as additional Wedding Information by checking out the Wedding Checklist.
Funerals
Normally the funeral director will assist you in making arrangements with us. A priest or pastoral associate will then contact you to assist with the details of the Funeral Mass.
A Mass is the usual form of worship and the highest form of prayer for a Catholic. A funeral service is permitted under some circumstances but this should be done only after thoughtful discussion with a priest and family members, and not simply as a convenience.
To inquire about funeral services at St. Francis de Sales , please contact our office.
**Please indicate whether you are a registered parishioner of St. Francis de Sales
St. Francis de Sales Church
Part of Charlestown Catholic Collaborative
Mass Schedule:
Saturdays 4:00PM EST
Sundays 9:30AM EST
Reconciliation Schedule:
Saturdays 3:30PM EST
*Holy Days as Announced
Charlestown Catholic Collaborative Parish Center
