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SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
  Baptism  First Eucharist and First Reconciliation 
  Confirmation   Marriage Preparation


Baptism
"Baptism brings about a new birth. It celebrates, through rites and symbols, the gift of new life...",
according to the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Baptism is a communal celebration which reminds us all  of our baptismal promises.
In light of this, Baptism is celebrated during Sunday Masses at IHM with the
 exception that we do not baptize during Advent or Lent unless there is a danger of death or serious illness.

CLICK HERE  for Baptismal Classes 2010 handout.
CLICK HERE
to learn more about an upcoming class offered for those interested in becoming Godparents
.
Call Nicole, Faith Formation Director at the parish 970-242-6121 for more registration information.
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First Eucharist and First Reconciliation

First Eucharist and First Reconciliation Sacramental Preparation sessions are family centered.
Parents attend the class meeting dates with their children prior to attending the
Communal Service or Mass Celebration.
Children must be registered parishioners of Immaculate Heart of Church
and have attended faith formation for a year before they begin preparation for a sacrament.

CLICK HERE for 2011 Sacramental Preparation handout.
Call parish office at 970-242-6121 about signing up for these sessions.  


Welcome to the Table of the Lord ...

 

Sienna Bigler, Audrey Brown, Trinity Cagle,

Julianna Campos, Lanieve Cox, Isabella Findley,
 Alliza Fitzgibbons, Elizabeth Gorsuch,
Danielle Grigware, Allexus Halladay,
Isabelle Hautzinger, Katen Lowe,
Christopher Mattas, Ethan McCallum,

Tatum Menon, Cassandra Miller, Bridget Miller,
 Brendan Naranja, Shea O’Brien,

Cameron O’Connor, Isabelle O’Keefe,
Arthur Pacheco III, George Padilla,
 Cavan Pawlowski, Jack Priske, Isabella Sanchez, Benjamin Sargent,
 Zachariah Shettler, Reagan Thompson, Caitlin Volkmann,
 Melissa Weber, Morgan Withers & Logan Woll.

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Confirmation

Diocesan guidelines for Confirmation is a two years of preparation
for youth to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
These years will include retreats,
 service experiences and faith formation.
To receive the Sacrament of Confirmation you must be 16 years old.
 Teens can begin Confirmation preparation at 15 years old.
1st step schedule an entrance interview.

DEADLINE to register for  2010-2011 formation is AUGUST 15TH.
Contact Andrea Stanton, IHM Youth Minister, at 970-242-6121
 or
 CLICK HERE to email Andrea and schedule your interview.


 


 

"Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit."

Let us rejoice and be glad  as God has called you and you have answered Him.

Congratulations to:

Elisabeth Bloom, Harrison Boardwine,

Meghan Casey, Michael Chaffin, Jessica Findley,

Cynthia Hendrickson, Anna McGinnis, Victoria Perez,

Emily Pipkin, Greg Tarman and Aubri Wiley

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Marriage Preparation

WHAT IS NEEDED TO MARRY IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

• The Diocese of Pueblo requires a minimum preparation period of six months and
        recommends one full year if possible.

• This preparation period begins when the couple meets with the Pastoral Assistant
        at the parish for the first time.

•  The minimum age for marriage in our Diocese is 19.

• If one or both of you has been previously married, then an annulment is required even
       for a non-Catholic. Annulments are done through the Marriage Tribunal of the Diocese
       of Pueblo and the process can take more than a year. Scheduling a wedding cannot take
       place until the annulment process has been successfully completed.

NECESSARY DOCUMENTS:

Baptismal certificates: Catholics getting married need to submit a certified copy of their
       baptismal certificate dated within 6 months of the wedding date. Non-Catholics who are
       baptized need to submit a copy of their certificate if they have one.

•Non-Catholics must have two affidavits called witness forms, filled out by blood relatives,
       witnessed and notarized. These concern the non-Catholic’s freedom to marry and their
       baptismal status.

•A Pre-Nuptial Investigation Form is filled out by the priest, deacon or pastoral assistant
       working with the couple.

•Any other documents as may be necessary, such as dispensations, annulments, etc.

•Marriage license: the state of Colorado requires a marriage license that is valid for 30 days.

Registration for a local marriage preparation class is made by contacting
      Coordinator, Karen Kiefer 970-243-8908 to reserve a spot in a class.
Classes are offered several times a year.

We also accept Engaged Encounter and the Archdiocese of Denver
 sponsored on-line class. CLICK HERE
to access this on-line class.

MARRIAGE CONTACT: CLICK HERE
to email Bev Goodrich, Pastoral Assistant
or call Bev at 970-242-6121
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION CLASSES

FATHER JOHN'S  ADULT FORMATION

Join us on ...

CLICK HERE to send Father Farley an email about possible topics for discussion
 for 2010-2011 Adult Formation.
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BENEDICTINE SPIRITUAL FORMATION PROGRAM
This two year program is rooted in Benedictine tradition for people of all faith traditions
begins in fall of 2010.
CLICK HERE to learn more.

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GOD AND EARTH
Meets first Friday of the month at 10:00 at IHM
 CLICK HERE
to learn more about these sessions.
 
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BIBLE STUDY
Next sessions scheduled to start Fall 2010.
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TAI CHI
Wednesday, 9:00 am

OR
Thursday, 5:30 pm
 
Tai Chi is a once a week class at Immaculate Heart of Mary lead by Sister Caroline Conway.
Tai Chi is open to men and women of all ages experienced or new to Tai Chi .
A one time small fee is charged for materials.
Next sessions scheduled to start Fall 2010.
Call the parish office 970-242-6121 to learn more.
 

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