St. Anthony of Padua Church at 32832 Saint Anthony Way, San Antonio, FL 33576 US - SACRAMENTS INFORMATION & GUIDELINES

BAPTISM: Parents must be registered in our parish and practicing Catholics. Call to schedule an appointment with Fr. Edwin for further information, 352-588-3081.

1ST RECONCILIATION AND 1ST EUCHARIST: 1st Grade is a pre-requisite to entrance into the 1st Sacramental programs. Catechesis for both sacraments, including retreats, are provided during the 2nd Grade Faith Formation Program. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is received prior to the Sacrament of the Eucharist. Parents are required to attend the preparation programs. Please call our Religious Education Director Irv Lau at the office for more information.

CONFIRMATION: 8th Grade is a pre-requisite for entrance into our Confirmation Program. Catechesis for the sacrament, including retreats, are provided during the 9th Grade Faith Formation Program. The sponsor is required to be a practicing Catholic. Parents, and sponsors (if residing locally) are required to attend the preparation meetings. Please call our Religious Education Director Irv Lau at the office for more information.

MATRIMONY: Click here for more information, and call the office for an appointment with Fr. Edwin.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Due to the Privacy Act, hospitals & nursing homes are no longer allowed to give out patient info. If you or a loved one are going into the hospital, please call prior to entering for anointing. If you have an emergency, please call the office, 352-588-3081.

HOLY ORDERS: Call Fr. Len Plazewski, Diocese of St. Petersburg Director of Vocations, 727-345-3452.

Click here for the Diocesan Catechetical Guidelines for the Sacraments of Initiation and Penance.

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