The mass is the highest form of Catholic prayer and worship. Its rich liturgy involves prayers, hymns, scripture readings, and most importantly the Eucharist. Catholics are able to celebrate Sunday (the Lord's Day) and all other holy days of obligation by gathering in a sacred place and glorifying God as one. You can also participate in mass on a daily basis by attending it during the weekdays or on the Saturday Vigil. 

In addition to mass, The Catholic Church has been blessed to have seven sacraments: Baptism, Reconciliation, Holy Communion, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick. Throughout a Catholic's journey in life, one has the opportunity to receive the grace sacraments can provide.

Sacraments of Christian Initiation

• Baptism cleanses us of sin and initiates us as members of the Christian community. It is the foundation for sacramental life.
  • Parents must pre-register by visiting the rectory and providing the child’s birth certificate. Infant Baptism in is celebrated at 2:00 PM on the 3rd Sunday (Spanish) and 4th Sunday (English) of the month at St. Frances of Rome.
• Confirmation renews and strengthens one's baptismal commitment. A bishop anoints candidates with an oil called sacred chrism, and each candidate is sealed with the Holy Spirit.
• The Holy Eucharist is at the center of sacramental life. We are nourished by the Body and Blood of Christ, and we renew our commitment to Jesus.

Sacraments of Healing

• Through reconciliation (penance) we seek forgiveness for our sins and celebrate God’s everlasting love for all. Penitents receive absolution and God’s grace.
• Anointing of the Sick gives strength, support, comfort and spiritual healing to anyone with an illness or in ill health.

Sacraments of Service

• Matrimony is a visible sign of God’s love for the church. When a man and a woman are married in the Church, they receive God’s grace and become joined in a covenant that binds them together for a lifetime.
  • Couples who wish to marry should speak with one of the parish priests at least six months (preferably a year) in advance. Wedding date, time and venue should not be scheduled without first registering with the parish.
• During Holy Orders, a bishop confers on a baptized man the grace of the Holy Spirit and the sacred power to serve the faithful. It is administered in three forms: deacon, priest, and bishop.