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Do you—or does someone you know—want to become a Catholic or, if already baptized Catholic, to receive the sacraments of First Holy Communion and/or Confirmation? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which non-Catholics enter the Roman Catholic Faith. For more information on RCIA, click here.

Congratulations to those who received the sacraments last weekend for the first time, and to those who participated in the parish May Crowning. For more information, click here.

Since a Catholic is considered a member of the parish based on residency within the parish's geographical boundaries, why do we need to register? Click here for a quick Q&A on why you should register.

Whether you registered as a parishioner seven years ago or seven times seven years ago, things change. We care about the changes in your life, so please keep us informed! And please remind your adult children to register...it will be helpful should they need a letter of eligibility to serve as sponsor or godparent!

Parents, remember when you registered here? Maybe your children went to our parish school before attending high school and college. Now they're out on their own, and you have an empty nest—but we still have them on your record. If they're still living in this area, please remind them to visit the parish office (or visit the parish Website) to register on their own. This can facilitate their obtaining a letter needed should a relative or friend ask them to stand as a godparent or confirmation sponsor.

If you or someone you know is planning for Baptism, you'll find all the necessary information on the Baptism page. The Baptism Primer page is also an excellent resource, providing all the relevant information in one place. Click the article title for links directly to these pages.

RCIA Candidates will be received into the Church on Sunday October 11, at St. Anthony's at the 9:30 AM Mass. Catholics completing their Sacraments will also receive their First Holy Communion and Confirmation at the same ceremony. Click the article title for more information.

To find out about the requirements for Baptism, please see the Baptism page, under Worship & Liturgy > Sacraments.

Before asking someone to be a sponsor for baptism or confirmation, consider that the sponsor’s role is to help the baptized lead a Christian life in harmony with baptism and fulfill faithfully the obligations connected to it. Click the article title to find information on the requirements for sponsors and godparents.

About Our Updated RCIA Process--Our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is now going year round! Now anyone interested in receiving the Sacraments of Holy Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation can begin the process (Period of Inquiry and Discernment) at any time throughout the year. Click the article title for more information.

Click the article title to find out where you can find information on the seven sacraments, including information on choosing sponsors and godparents, and baptism requirements and preparation classes.

to those who received the Easter Sacraments at the Solemn Vigil. Click the article title to find the names of our newest members!

If you are getting ready to have your child baptized, check out the Baptism page under Worship and Liturgy > Sacraments, for a complete explanation of the requirements for baptism, including the guidelines for godparents.

Or were you baptized Catholic as a child, but have not celebrated the sacraments of Confirmation or Holy Eucharist? Or do you know someone who is thinking of becoming Catholic, or has a child over the age of seven who has not been baptized? The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults may be just what you need! Click the article title for more information.

Before asking someone to be a sponsor for baptism or confirmation, consider that the sponsor’s role is to help the baptized lead a Christian life in harmony with baptism and fulfill faithfully the obligations connected to it. Click on the article title to find some guidelines to help you choose the right person.

to those who received the Easter Sacraments at the Solemn Vigil. Click the article title for the names of those who were baptized, who were received into the Church, and who were confirmed.

The Rite of Welcoming is the official acceptance of those who wish to join the Catholic Church as candidates and catechumens. Please join us at Our Lady of Sorrows on December 3, at the 11 a.m. mass, to welcome our new catechumens into the Catholic Church. Click the article title for more details, and the names of our candidates and catechumens.

to those who received the Easter Sacraments at the Solemn Vigil. Click the article title for details.

Parents, remember when you registered here? Maybe your children went to our parish school before attending high school and college. Now they're out on their own, and you have an empty nest, but we still have them on your record. Click the article title to find out what to do.

New Jersey adoption law has changed. Click the article title for details, and information on how to preserve your privacy.