Baptism To begin the process call Deacon Jack Kowalski at the parish office, 517-783-2748. To have your baby baptized into the Roman Catholic Church it is presumed that you, as parents, are currently actively participating in the Catholic Faith as practicing registered members of Queen of the Miraculous Medal Parish. In preparation for Baptism, it is required that for the first child, parents participate in a seminar that will prepare them for the baptism of their child. This single session will consist of:
These sessions will be held in the Saint Catherine room second floor of the parish office at 7:00 p.m. on April 10th, 2012 Celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism will take place at 1:15 in the church after the noon Mass on the third Sunday of each month. (Except during Lent) If the Godparents are not participating, registered members of Queen of the Miraculous Medal Parish, verification must be received from the parish in which they are participating and registered. Godparents must be at least 16 years of age and have received the Sacrament of Confirmation. Those 18 or older should be registered in their own name (not with parents.) This verification must be received BEFORE baptism can be scheduled. First Reconciliation 1. Baptism 2. Regular attendance at Liturgy 3. Completion of parish or parish school religious education program the year prior and the year of sacrament preparation. For example, to begin preparation in 2nd grade, a child should be enrolled in 1st grade as well as 2nd grade. Preparation normally begins as early as 2nd grade. The process involves regular attendance of religion class (Parish or School) and attendance of a parent child workshop. First Reconciliation usually occurs in early December. Any questions can be directed to Brian Epkey at 783-2748 or bepkey@queenschurch.com First Eucharist 1. Baptism 2. First Reconciliation Preparation 3. Regular attendance at Liturgy 4. Completion of parish or parish school religious education program the year prior and the year of sacrament preparation. For example, to begin preparation in 2nd grade, a child should be enrolled in 1st grade as well as 2nd grade. Preparation normally begins as early as 2nd grade. The process involves a regular attendance of religion class (Parish or School) and attendance at a parent/child workshop. Sessions begin in January and our First Eucharist Celebrations usually occur in early May. Any questions can be directed to Brian Epkey at 783-2748 or bepkey@queenschurhc.com. Confirmation 1. Baptism and Eucharist 2. Regular attendance at Liturgy 4. Completion of parish or parish school religious education program the year prior and the year of sacrament preparation. For example, to begin preparation in 8th grade, a teen should be enrolled in 7th grade and then also in 9th grade. The process involves a series of workshops with parents and sponsors,service projects, completion of 40 questions, interview, and letter to the Bishop. Confirmation is usually in October of one's 9th grade year. Any questions can be directed to Todd Gale at 783-2748 or tgale@queenschurch.com ADULTS If you missed confirmation as a youth and would like to be confirmed call or email Brian Epkey at 783-2748 or bepkey@queenschurch.com | Marriage The process begins with an initial meeting with the priest. This meeting is followed by working through the following requirements:
Optional elements in the process may include Engaged Encounter or Remarriage Seminar, depending on individual circumstances. As the wedding day approaches (generally a month before the wedding) the couple meets with pastor to review the preparation process, and plan specific elements of the liturgy and wedding celebration. For further information on the sacrament of Matrimony and how to help ensure a strong and lasting marriage, please consider visiting For Your Marriage, an outreach offered by the USCCB. Holy Orders For Further Information: Diocese of Lansing Office of Vocations USCCB Office for Clergy, Consecrated Life and vocations |
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