The Sacraments of the Church belong to the whole community of believers, and therefore, Nativity Church takes seriously the parish community's role in both preparing for and celebrating the Sacraments. We do so especially by integrating the preparation and celebration of many of the Sacraments into the regular weekend Masses.
Baptism
At this time, we are holding Baptisms outside of the Mass while adhearing to the safety protocols set in place. Please contact Deacon Walt Skinner for more details and to begin the preparation process: Call (407) 322-3961 ext 207.
Confession/Reconciliation
Confessions are available on Satuday mornings following Daily Mass starting on May 23. They will be moved to the "Cry Room" to allow more space between the priest and confessor. Please keep a social distance while waiting your turn. You may also schedule an appointment for Reconciliation by contacting the parish office.
Anointing of the Sick
The Anointing of the Sick is currently administered by appointment only. Please call the Parish Office and speak with Father David.
Marriage
At this time, we are offering weddings at Nativity as long as we work to maintain a social distance for all those gathered. Please contact the parish office at least six months in advance to begin the process and for more details.
Faith Formation
First Eucharist and First Reconciliation
The Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist are offered to children in second grade or higher who have completed at least one year of faith formation or have attended at least one year of Catholic schooling. The sacrament of First Eucharist is one of the three sacraments of initiation into the Catholic faith; it is vital, therefore, that your child be an active member of the parish community into which he or she is being initiated. An active member must have regular attendance at both Mass and faith formation sessions throughout the year preceding preparation for the sacrament. Since sacramental celebrations typically take place within the parish community, it is necessary that your family participates in the worship life of the parish.
Confirmation
(A two year program) The Sacrament of Confirmation is offered for 9th grade students and older, who have completed Year One preparation the previous year offered in 8th grade. Since Confirmation is one of the unrepeatable sacraments of initiation into the Catholic Church, it is vital that the student be an active member of the parish community into which he or she is being initiated. To be eligible to receive the sacrament, the student/candidate and their family must be registered members of the parish and the student/candidate must be enrolled in our high school faith formation/youth ministry program or be attending a Catholic high school. Student/candidates are also expected to faithfully attend Sunday Mass during their time of preparation.
R.C.I.A. - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Please contact the parish office at 407-322-3961 for more information about the sacraments.