San Martin de Porres Catholic Parish Sacraments

Sacraments of Initiation

1. Baptism

See Baptism tab below for more information.

2. Eucharist

The child must be at least 7 years of age on the day receiving the sacrament of First Holy Communion. From that time on begins the obligation of fulfilling the precept of both Penance and Eucharist.
Thus, children may receive First Communion and First Confession after 1 year of Religious Education.
The full First Holy Communion faith formation is a TWO (2) year program.
Catechism registrations for children is now open. For adult Faith Formation please go to R.C.I.A.

3. Confirmation

The Bishop of Tucson recommends children receive Confirmation during or after the 8th grade (age 13 at least).
Students need to attend at least 1 year of religious education before receiving the sacrament of confirmation.
Catechism registrations for children is now open. For adult Faith Formation please go to R.C.I.A.

Sacraments of Vocation

4. Marriage

See Marriage tab below for more information

5. Holy Orders

Ordination to the priesthood is always a call and a gift from God. Those who seek priesthood respond generously to God's call using the words of the prophet, "Here I am, send me" (Is 6:8). For more information on Vocations to the priesthood and diaconate, please see the Diocese website www.diocesetucson.org.

Sacraments of Healing

6. Reconciliation (Confession)

Please see Home Page for confession times. Confessions are also available by requesting an appointment with the priest.

7. Anointing of the Sick

For appointment with the priest, please call the office.
In case of after hours health emergency, call the priest residence at 520-303-1154.

Baptism

Forms and Requirements

Baptism Registration Form (Eng/Spa)

<-- Form is required to be completed and submitted to parish office.

Sponsor Godparent Eligibility Form (English)

<-- Form is required to be completed and submitted to parish office.

Baptism Requirements (Eng/Spa)

If you are Baptizing a child age six (6) and under, please refer to the Baptism Requirements PDF file above.
if you are Baptizing a child age seven (7) or older, please enroll your child in our Religious Education program.

Marriage

INITIAL-MARRIAGE-REGISTRATION-FORM

MARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS

Please make an appointment with the Parish Pastor to plan and schedule a wedding or marriage convalidation (marriage blessing).

Preparation must begin at least 4 months before the actual ceremony. It is possible the preparation may take more than 6 months. Please contact the priest for more information.

* CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS	SUGGESTED
	OFFERING
Weddings / Convalidation	$ 350.00
Anniversary Masses	$ 350.00
NON CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS	SUGGESTED OFFERING
Weddings / Convalidation	$ 500.00
Anniversary Masses	$ 500.00

*Contributing Members contribute $500.00 or more per year.

You may call the parish office at 520-625-1154 or email at admin@sanmartinsahuarita.org if you have further questions.

Quinceañera / Sweet 16

XV Registration and Planning Form

<-- Form is required to be completed and submitted to parish office.

* CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS	SUGGESTED
	OFFERING
Quinceañera within Mass	$ 350.00
NON CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS	SUGGESTED OFFERING
Quinceañera within Mass	$ 500.00

*Contributing Members contribute $500.00 or more per year.

THE BLESSING ON THE 15^TH (Quinceañera) or 16^TH (Sweet Sixteen) BIRTHDAY

Practical Provisions

San Martín de Porres Catholic Parish--Sahuarita

1. The Quinceañera and her parents must contact the parish office at least 4 months prior to the event. After all paperwork has been submitted, a date and time may be requested, with final approval from the pastor.

2. Sacramental Requirements:

-The Quinceañera must have received Baptism, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation. (Must present original certificates at time of sign up). If the Quinceañera has not been confirmed, she must register, attend, and complete Confirmation classes. She will receive the sacrament with her class.

-The Quinceañera and her family must attend Mass every Sunday, or vigil Mass on Saturday, at the Roman Catholic Parish of San Martín de Porres. If she attends Mass at another parish, she must present proof in writing by the priest or deacon witnessing.

3. The Quinceañera must be enrolled and attend school.

We may request a letter of recommendation from her teacher(s) or principal.

4. The Quinceañera cannot…

-Be married, engaged or living in common law union, be a mother, or pregnant.

5. The Quinceañera Celebration

-There are no Quinceañera celebrations during Lent.

-The Quinceañera celebrations may be scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays if approved by the Pastor.

-The Quinceañera, her family, and friends must receive the sacrament of reconciliation (confession) prior to the celebration so that they may receive Holy Communion during Mass.

6. During the celebration

-Any triumphal display of vanity is to be avoided.

-The rental of limousines or luxury vehicles are considered a sign of vanity and are strictly forbidden.

-Only the parents or the godparents may walk along side of the Quinceañera as she enters the church and as she leaves. The Quinceañera cannot have an escort at any moment.

-In Quinceañeras the court may enter in front of her. No more than 7 women or girls and 7 men or boys.

7. Dress Code

-The dress may be white, ivory, or any other appropriate color approved by the pastor.

-It must cover the shoulders, chest area in full and fall below the knee.

-The headpiece may be arranged with simple jewels.

-All invited guests must wear appropriate clothes inside the church at all times. No exceptions.

-Anyone who does not cover their bodies appropriately will be escorted outside.

-Men cannot wear hats inside the church building.

8. Decorations

-If decorations are to be used, they must be kept simple.

-Absolutely NO tape can be used to place decorations on the pews.

-Flowers for the Sanctuary must be fresh, natural and they are to remain in the church after the ceremony.

9. Music for the Quinceañera Mass

-All music must be played live (recorded music not allowed).

-Musicians must be approved by the parish.

10. Photography

-Photographers must show proper credentials at the parish office before they are allowed to take pictures. Only authorized photographers will be permitted to take pictures.

-Photographers must talk to priest before celebration for direction on proper places to stand and walk.

11. Donation

-$350.00 per celebration for a stewardship/member family.

-An additional $150.00 will be required for a non-stewardship/non-member family.

-A stewardship member contributes $500 or more per year.

-A $100.00 non-refundable deposit is required to secure participation on a particular date.

-The fee is to be paid in full at least thirty (30) days before the date of the Quinceañera.

12. Gifts for the Quinceañera

-Only the following gifts are permitted during the celebration of Quinceañera:

Ring, medal, bible, rosary and flowers for the Virgin Mary.

Funerals / Memorials

Please contact the funeral home of your choice prior to scheduling Funeral Masses or Memorial services at the parish. The Funeral Director will contact us to schedule the Mass. You may also call our parish office directly.

FUNERALS	SUGGESTED
	OFFERING
Funerals	$ 300.00
Gravesides (w/o Funeral Mass)	$ 200.00

*The schedule of fees is a suggested offering, however, the Parish Priest has discretion to accept a lesser amount.

Please specify a willingness to pay a greater or lesser amount.

If your family is commemorating an anniversary of death, would like to schedule a Memorial Mass, or would like to include your loved ones in the Mass Intentions, please contact the parish office so that we may schedule your requested mass intention/s. Suggested donation is $10.00 per mass intention.

admin@sanmartinsahuarita.org OR 520-625-1154

Why a Suggested Offering?

Why and How We Should Support our Parish?

As cited in the Catechism (No. 2043), the Precepts of the Church maintain that each person has the duty to support the material needs of the Church. Of course, people fulfill this obligation according to their ability to do so.

The Code of Canon Law also states, "The Christian faithful are obliged to assist with the needs of the Church so that the Church has what is necessary for divine worship for apostolic works and works of charity and for the decent sustenance of ministers" (No. 222).

One could suggest that our sharing should be,

1. Thoughtful, so as not to be led by compulsion or giving only from the surplus.

2. Generous, so that it truly reflects a share of what God in his Mercy gives us.

3. Sacrificial, so that it comes from the heart.