Sacramental Preparation
For questions, please contact the Parish Office at 856-235-0181 or email parish@olgcnj.org.
The Sacrament of Baptism
We welcome new life into the Church through the sacramental sign of Baptism which is celebrated the first and third Sundays of the month. Parents are required to attend a Baptismal Preparation Class as a way of preparing them for their child’s journey of faith. Classes are held the second Sunday of every month at 1:15 pm in the Main Church. We encourage parents who wish to have their child baptized to call the parish office to schedule a date. Baptisms are held the first and third Sundays of the month at 1:30 pm. *Godparent Certificates of Eligibility are required prior to scheduling the date of the Baptism. Godparents must request their certificates from their own local Catholic parish.
The Sacrament of Marriage
Our parish family extends its congratulations as you prepare for your upcoming wedding and marriage. Couples wishing to celebrate and consecrate their love in the Sacrament of Marriage are asked to call the parish office to schedule an appointment with Deacon Ed Heffernan to begin this process. Arrangements are to be made at least one year in advance, per Diocesan guidance. At least one person must be a registered member of the parish. Following the initial meeting, it is the responsibility of the couple to contact the parish office and schedule meetings with the priest or deacon who is assigned to prepare you for the Sacrament of Marriage.
In the final preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage, the couple will choose readings for their liturgy. Here are the examples for you to choose from as you plan.
Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
Any Catholic who is seriously ill, advanced in age, or who feels the need for the comforting presence of the Church’s sacramental prayer life may be anointed. Please contact the parish office during office hours to schedule an anointing. Families are encouraged to reach out to the parish or priest early in the journey, so that we can assist you with this Sacrament as part of our ministry of presence to each family in need. In the case of an emergency outside of office hours, please call 856-425-0181.
Funerals
Funeral arrangements can be made by contacting the parish office. We encourage you to contact the funeral home directly to begin the process. They will in turn contact the church to schedule the funeral and make arrangements. As you plan for the Funeral Mass, please use the Planning Forms we have prepared to choose readings and music as appropriate.
Sacramental Sponsorship Certificate / Letter of Eligibility
This is a form required in order to be a Godparent or Sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation. You obtain the letter from the parish office during normal business hours. You are required to sign for the letter and attest to following guidelines and requirements:
If married, be in a valid marriage according to the laws of the Catholic Church
Be at least 16 years of age
Completed all of your own the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation
Be a registered, active participant of this parish
Sacramental Preparation - School-Age Children
The Office of Religious Education, along with our pastor, parents, and catechists, assists with the preparation and education for the sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation for students in OLGC School and in the Religious Education Program.
The Religious Education Ministry prepares elementary, junior high and high school students for the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation.