Sacraments

St. Joan of Arc Parish

2601 San Ramon Valley Blvd
San Ramon, CA 94583-1630
Parish Office: 925-830-0600
FAX: 925-830-5059
Religious Ed Office: 925-830-4710
Youth Ministry Office: 925-830-4720
Email: ParishOffice@sjasr.org

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Anointing of the Sick: If you or someone you know is in need of a healing Mass - St. Joan's has one every first Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m.

Initiation .........These sacraments celebrate and introduce us to God's love in the Christian life. __________________________________________________________________
Baptism We call people to follow Jesus and invite them into our community.	You should start preparing for your child's baptism about two months before the desired month of Baptism. These are the steps that you should follow: Step 1. Attend an interview with the pastor or deacon. You may contact the parish office (925) 830-0600 to schedule this appointment. Both parents attend the interview where you will learn the specifics of Baptism celebrated at St. Joan of Arc. During the interview you will fill out a Baptism information sheet. The Baptism fee of $50.00 will be collected at this time. Step 2. Participate in the Infant Rite of Enrollment. This celebration is held on the first weekend of the month in which your child is welcomed into the larger parish community. After you attend the Rite of Enrollment, please contact the parish office to schedule a Pre-Baptism class and your child's Baptism date. Step 3. Attend a Pre Baptismal session. This is a community building session in which a team couple come together with the parents for prayer and discussion centered around topics relating to Baptism and the Christian Community. Step 4. Celebration of Baptism St. Joan of Arc celebrates the Sacrament of Baptism at either a Saturday/Sunday Mass or at a 1:30 p.m. Sunday communal celebration.
Confirmation Confirmation seals our Baptism and confirms our commitment to a Christian life.	Preparation for teens: Begins in grade nine. Teens should register at the Youth Ministry office. Preparation for adults: Parishioners over 18 years of age should contact the parish office.
Eucharist Eucharist celebrates our life together as a community with the presence of Christ in our midst.	1st Communion for children is usually received in the second grade. Preparation begins in the first grade. Parents must enroll their child in the Faith Formation Program. They can do so by contacting the Religious Ed office. Parishioners nine years of age to adult are encouraged to contact the Religious Ed office for further information.
Healing.......These sacraments celebrate and reveal to us God's power to heal us both in soul and body. _______________________________________________________________________
Reconciliation We are called to conversion, we ask for forgiveness, and we forgive others in the act of confession.	The sacrament of reconciliation is offered every Saturday at 4:30 PM in the church or by appointment. Please call the parish office if you wish to set up an appointment.
Anointing of the Sick For any age when we ask God's healing during sickness and suffering.	For anyone experiencing chronic illness or preparing for medical treatment, surgery, long-term care, etc., please call the Parish Office to arrange an appointment with a priest.
Service .............These sacraments celebrate the Christian vocation of service. _____________________________________________________________
Marriage Matrimony joins two people in marriage for a lifetime of dedication to each other and the well-being of their children and community.	We request that the couple come to the parish office and fill out a form before meeting with a priest or deacon. This must be done at least six months prior to the proposed wedding date. The bride, the groom, or the parents of either party, must be registered parishioners of St. Joan's.
Ordination Ordination integrates men into the holy orders of bishops, priests and deacons, empowering them for a lifetime of leadership and service in the Church.	If interested in this vocation or if you have questions please contact the Parish Office.