Sacrament Preparation

Baptism

Parents wishing to have their child baptized may call the parish office and ask to speak with a priest or deacon to schedule a one-hour baptism class.
715-532-3051


First Reconciliation

Preparation for First Reconciliation will begin in early fall 2020.  Children in 2nd grade or older may prepare for this Sacrament of Healing if they are baptized and attend all six class sessions with an adult.  Details of preparation will be shared during Faith-Full Families, our 1st-8th grade faith formation program, in September.

Adults wishing to attend their First Reconciliation and wanting guidance for making a good confession may call the Faith Formation Office at 715-532-3051.

Families MUST be enrolled in either/both Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School or Faith-Full Families, our faith formation program for 1st - 8th grade families.

1st Reconciliation Class: 
3-4:30pm @ St. Anthony de Padua on the following Sundays
September 13, 2020 September 27,2020
October 11,2020 October 25, 2020
November 08,2020 November 22,2020
First Reconciliation:  
December 09,2020
​6:00pm @ OLS Church 


First Eucharist

Preparation for First Eucharist will begin in early 2020 and includes six family sessions, dates and times below.  Children may prepare for this Sacrament of Initiation if they are baptized, have been attending a Catholic school or Catholic Faith Formation for at least two years, and have received their First Reconciliation. 

Families MUST be enrolled in either/both Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School or Faith-Full Families, our faith formation program for 1st-8th grade families.

1st Communion Class: 
12:30-2:00 pm @ St. Anthony de Padua on the following Saturdays and Sunday May 16th last class

January 9, 2021
February 06, 2021
March 20, 2021
April 17, 2021
May 15, 2021
May 16,2021 (last class Children get First Communion gift)

First Communion Weekend: 
Sunday TBA


RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults/Teens/Children)

Inquiry sessions, informal Q&A, for those interested in joining the Catholic Church (through baptism, confirmation, and/or Holy Communion).

Call the parish office for details: 715-532-3051


Anointing of the Sick

If you or a loved one is experiencing health problems or a hospital stay, our priest is available to minister to you. Please call the Parish Cluster Office and let us know of your needs.
715-532-3051

Confirmation

    Confirmation Form
Confirmation preparation begins in May for students in 10th grade or older.  Students will participate in Decision Point (confirmation preparatory program) Candidates for Confirmation will participate in a service project, a retreat, interview with a priest, and write a letter of intent to our bishop.

Confirmation takes place in spring of a student's junior year.

Registration can be done online (click the Faith Formation tab) or by calling the office:  715-532-3051


Confirmation 2021 Classes ~ Decision Point
(for current 10th grade students)

Decision Point Dates:

July 22, 2020
6:00 -- 8:00 PM
St. Anthony's Church Hall

August 19, 2020
6:00--8:00 PM
St. Anthony's Church Hall

September 2, 2020
6:00--8:00 PM
St. Anthony's Church Hall
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Matrimony

Please call our Parish Cluster Office to schedule a meeting with our priest or one of our deacons. 
715-532-3051

Holy Orders

Are you feeling a call towards the diaconate or priesthood? Please take a look at these helpful websites.  
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Vocations
Sacrament of Holy Orders