Baptism
Baptism of Infants
Congratulations on this joyous occasion of your child’s baptism! We look forward to assisting your family in preparing for the baptism of your child. The baptism preparation session is designed to provide the formation and information needed to fully understand the Sacrament of Baptism and your role as a Catholic parent. At least one parent must be an active registered member of the parish. Parents are required to attend a pre-baptismal class for the first child.
Please call the parish office, 712-246-1718 to register your child for baptism and schedule your child's baptism.
Baptism of Older Children
Because there are so many variables with older children, ask to visit with the pastor and to discover the best path of preparation for your child. Fr. Jason Lee may be contacted at 712-246-1718.
Baptism for Adults
The parish offers the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.). These are a series of classes that inform what the Catholic Church teaches about what we believe and how we are to live as followers of Jesus.
Since adults can have many different levels of exposure to Christianity in their personal faith journey, ask to meet with the pastor to see what is helpful in your next steps. Fr. Jason Lee may be contacted at 712-246-1718.
Eucharist
First Communion
Preparation for First Communion is a special, intense program that begins for second graders after they receive First Reconciliation, which both public and Catholic schools attend from Sept-April. First Communion is received at a special Mass allowing family and friends to join the celebration. Students must have completed first grade religious education or been enrolled in a Catholic school. These Sacraments require two years of preparation; therefore, first grade attendance is mandatory to receive First Reconciliation and First Communion in second grade. The Diocese requires two years of Religious Education. Contact Tiffany Doyle DRE at tiffanydoyledre@gmail.com
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults OCIA (formerly RCIA) is for adults interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and considering full membership in the Catholic Church. If you are interested in joining the Catholic Church or would like more information contact the parish office at 712-246-1718.
Confirmation
Confirmation, one of the three sacraments of initiation that “confirms” our baptism and adoption into God’s Holy Church through a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. The process of preparation reminds us of God's presence with us in every moment of our lives.
St. Mary's youth prepare for their Confirmation in grades 9 & 10. To learn more about preparation for youth, contact Gigi DeSa.
Adults seeking Confirmation can contact the parish office (712)-246-1718.
Reconciliation
We all sin and fall short of the lives God calls us to lead. Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Penance, we confess our sins and experience anew the complete forgiveness of our loving God.
The Confessional is located in church.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available:
Saturday 3:30pm-4:20pm
or by appointment
To contact Fr. Jason Lee, call at 712-246-1718 or email frjasonlee@outlook.com
Anointing of the Sick
The Church celebrates the healing grace of God in this sacrament with us when we face illnesses of mind or body, when we are preparing for surgery, or when we are near death. The anointing assures us and our loved ones of Christ's presence with us during a time of pain and suffering. It holds out for us the hope promised in baptism that God is a God of life and that eternal life is the ultimate gift of healing.
If you are having surgery or are seriously ill, you may contact the office to ask for the sacrament of anointing by a priest.
If you or someone you know is nearing death, and needs Last Rites, please call (712)-246-1718.
Marriage
If you are preparing for marriage, congratulations! Your parish family shares your joy and welcomes you to the sacrament.
The love of God poured out for humanity is sanctified in the sacrament of matrimony when, as we read in Genesis 2:24, "two become one". Man and woman were created for each other.
Arrangements for weddings are to be made at least six months in advance of the wedding date; either the couple or a direct family member of the couple must be a registered member of the parish. If you are planning on getting married, please contact the parish office to schedule your wedding or for information: 712-246-1718
Arrange a meeting with Fr. Jason Lee to begin the full process of marriage preparation will begin.
Fr. Jason Lee- frjasonlee@outlook.com
Further information on the Sacrament of Marriage, please click on the link for the Diocese of Des Moines website: Catholic Marriage Preparation
Holy Orders
Through this sacrament men are ordained by a bishop to serve the Church.
There are three ranks of Holy Orders: deacon, priest, and bishop.
They are ordained to serve the Church through prayer and the celebration the sacraments. They encourage and support the people of God in their mission of service and building up the kingdom of God.
For further information on Holy Orders, please visit the
Vocations in the Diocese of Des Moines website or contact your parish priest.
For further information on Religious Life, visit the Consecrated Life | Diocese of Des Moines or contact your parish priest.
