St. Christopher Parish at 20141 Detroit Road, Rocky River, OH 44116 US - Sacramental Information
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Parish Registration: New members are asked to register at their earliest convenience by calling the parish office. Parishioners who are moving are also asked to notify the parish office.
Baptisms: Celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 1:00 p.m. or at any weekend liturgy. Parents should be members of the parish community and need to attend a pre-Baptism Class. Call the parish office to arrange all Baptisms or to learn the dates for the classes.
Marriage: Please consult with parish priest at least 6 months before the date selected to allow for the necessary preparation. The bride or groom (or parents of the bride and groom) should be members of the parish.
Holy Orders and Religious Life: Any person who is considering a call to the priesthood or religious life should contact one of the Parish Staff members at any time.
Funerals: Arrangements are made with the help of a Funeral Director who will assist in contacting the parish office to arrange a time for a Funeral Mass before any notice is placed in the newspaper.
Adult Converts: Adults interested in the Catholic faith are invited to participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Meetings are Mondays from 7:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. beginning in the Fall and continuing a few weeks after Easter. A Children’s Catechumenate is also available for young people who need to prepare to become Catholic. Call the Parish Office for details.
Care of the Infirmed and Aging: We are happy to bring the Eucharist or to provide the Anointing of the Sick to the homebound. Contact the Parish Office.
PSR Classes: Pre-K to Grade 8: Sundays 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., mid-September through mid-May. Information/registration call the Religious Education Office.
CLOW Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) for children ages 5 to 10 is offered during the 9 am Sunday Mass to allow children to hear and discuss the Scripture Readings on their level.
Counseling Faith-based, professional counseling is available for mental health, personal growth and relationship issues. Please contact Marianne Betters at the Parish Office.