Sacraments
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Baptism
- Baptism is the immersion in or pouring of water over the head, accompanied by the words: “I baptise you, in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.” Other symbolic activities accompany this which illustrate what this water bath is all about, i.e. an anointing with the oil of Chrism, the clothing in a white garment and the giving of a light... more
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First Communion
- The Eucharist is the heart of the Church's life. We share in the sacrifice of thanksgiving and praise made to the Father on the cross by Christ. When we receive Holy Communion, we receive the body and blood of Christ, who is really and truly present under the forms of bread and wine... more
- Reconciliation
- The sacrament of Reconciliation is one of the sacraments of healing celebrated by the Church. Through the confession and forgiveness of sins we are reconciled to God... more
- Confirmation
- Confirmation completes our iniation into the Church. In this sacrament, our Baptism is sealed by the Holy Spirit. By our words and actions, we bear witness to the Christian faith... more
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Marriage
- The Catholic Christian community of St Paul’s are witnesses of something very special each time a wedding takes place in our church or even when we only prepare a couple for a wedding to take place elsewhere, sometimes on the other side of the world! ...more
- Anointing of the Sick
- Christ sent the apostles out to preach the Good News and to heal, continuing the ministry of Jesus himself. The healing power of God's love is experienced by those who are seriously ill. Preparing for a funeral
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