BAPTISM
Through Baptism, we become members of the Church, which is the body of Christ. This is one of three sacraments of initiation. In Baptism, the Holy Spirit moves us to answer Christ's call to holiness, to live as a light of Christ, and to trust in his wisdom. We are invited to submit our hearts to Christ with ever deeper love.
We are excited to help you introduce your child to the Catholic Church and begin their journey with the Body of Christ. Our goal is to help families share the wonderful experience of this sacrament, as well as understand the commitment they are undertaking for their child. Baptism Preparation is required for the first child being baptized at any Tri-County Catholics parish.
To schedule your child's baptism, you must first contact your parish office.
We are excited to help you introduce your child to the Catholic Church and begin their journey with the Body of Christ. Our goal is to help families share the wonderful experience of this sacrament, as well as understand the commitment they are undertaking for their child. Baptism Preparation is required for the first child being baptized at any Tri-County Catholics parish.
To schedule your child's baptism, you must first contact your parish office.
St. Gabriel Glendale
Kris Koch | (513) 771-4700
St. John West Chester
Scott Steinke | (513) 777-6433
St. Michael Sharonville
Office | (513) 563-6377
Kris Koch | (513) 771-4700
St. John West Chester
Scott Steinke | (513) 777-6433
St. Michael Sharonville
Office | (513) 563-6377
When do baptisms at our parish occur?
- Baptisms are not regularly scheduled during the Lenten season (Ash Wednesday - Easter Sunday), except in cases of emergency.
- Baptisms are only scheduled once parents complete all necessary paperwork and preparation courses
- Baptisms are held at St. John the first weekend of the month.
(Rotate between the 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 or 11 a.m. Sunday Mass times.) - Baptisms are held at St. Gabriel the second weekend of the month.
- Baptisms are held at St. Michael the third weekend of the month.
- With advanced scheduling and approval, Baptisms may take place at other times.
FIRST RECONCILIATION
Reconciliation, also known as Confession or Penance, is God's gift to us so sins may be forgiven. It is here we have the opportunity to repent and recover the grace of friendship with God. It is a holy moment in which we place ourselves in his presence and honestly acknowledge and are absolved of all our sins. Reconciliation is available on Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. at all locations, and on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at St. Michael.
Your family has the option to choose from two dates for each of the Reconciliation Preparation Sessions and First Reconciliation Services. A parent or adult guardian must attend all with your child.
Session 1: Reconciliation Meeting
October 1 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. Michael Church
October 2 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. John Church
Session 2: Reconciliation Retreat
November 4 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. Michael Cafeteria
November 7 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. John Educational Center
First Reconciliation Service
November 14 | 6:30 p.m. | St. John Church
November 23 | 10:30 a.m. | St. Gabriel Church
Session 1: Reconciliation Meeting
October 1 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. Michael Church
October 2 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. John Church
Session 2: Reconciliation Retreat
November 4 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. Michael Cafeteria
November 7 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. John Educational Center
First Reconciliation Service
November 14 | 6:30 p.m. | St. John Church
November 23 | 10:30 a.m. | St. Gabriel Church
First Holy Communion Dress Code
Girls: Preferably white dress, dress shoes with straps and white or nude stockings/socks. Veils are optional. Please, no gloves. Boys: Dress pants, dress Shirt, dress shoes with socks, and tie. Jackets are optional.
Girls: Preferably white dress, dress shoes with straps and white or nude stockings/socks. Veils are optional. Please, no gloves. Boys: Dress pants, dress Shirt, dress shoes with socks, and tie. Jackets are optional.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
The Eucharist, or Holy Communion, is the source and summit of the Catholic life and is another sacrament of initiation. During the celebration of Mass, through the power of the Holy Spirit, bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ. Holy Communion can be received daily through daily Mass within our family of parishes.
Please keep in mind, your child must have completed their First Reconciliation to be eligible for First Holy Communion. Your family will also have the option to choose from two dates for each of the First Communion Preparation Sessions. Children will receive their First Holy Communion at their home parishes. Sign-up for these sacramental celebrations will follow at a later date. A parent or adult guardian must attend all with your child.
Session 1: First Communion Meeting
February 11 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. Michael Church
February 12 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. John Church
Session 2: First Communion “A Day with Jesus”
April 5 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | St. John Education Center
April 12| 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | St. Gabriel St. Mary’s Hall
First Holy Communion Mass Times
May 3
5 p.m. | All Parishes
May 4
10 a.m. | St. Gabriel Parish
11 a.m. | St. John Parish
11:30 a.m. | St. Michael Parish
May 10
5 p.m. | St. John Parish & St. Michael Parish
May 11
9 a.m. | St. John Parish
11:30 a.m. | St. Michael Parish
Session 1: First Communion Meeting
February 11 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. Michael Church
February 12 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | St. John Church
Session 2: First Communion “A Day with Jesus”
April 5 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | St. John Education Center
April 12| 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | St. Gabriel St. Mary’s Hall
First Holy Communion Mass Times
May 3
5 p.m. | All Parishes
May 4
10 a.m. | St. Gabriel Parish
11 a.m. | St. John Parish
11:30 a.m. | St. Michael Parish
May 10
5 p.m. | St. John Parish & St. Michael Parish
May 11
9 a.m. | St. John Parish
11:30 a.m. | St. Michael Parish
YOUTH CONFIRMATION
Confirmation is the third sacrament of initiation and serves to “confirm” a person in their faith. Confirmation deepens our baptismal promises and calls us to be witnesses of Jesus Christ out in the world. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we embrace our faith in a deeper and more intensive manner.
We invite you to learn more about Confirmation at any of our Parishes by following the link below:
We invite you to learn more about Confirmation at any of our Parishes by following the link below:
ADULT CONFIRMATION
Confirmation is the third sacrament of initiation and serves to “confirm” a person in their faith. Confirmation deepens our baptismal promises and calls us to be witnesses of Jesus Christ out in the world. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we embrace our faith in a deeper and more intensive manner.
If you are an adult who missed receiving the sacrament of Confirmation, Adult Confirmation is an opportunity for any adult Catholic who was baptized, received their First Communion/Eucharist, is practicing their faith, but for whatever reason did not have the opportunity to complete their full initiation into the life of faith and the Church. Preparation for Confirmation for adults will begin during the Easter Season. Candidates will be confirmed at the Pentecost Vigil. If interested, please complete the form below. Please contact Becky Albrinck or at any of our Parish Offices for more information.
If you are an adult who missed receiving the sacrament of Confirmation, Adult Confirmation is an opportunity for any adult Catholic who was baptized, received their First Communion/Eucharist, is practicing their faith, but for whatever reason did not have the opportunity to complete their full initiation into the life of faith and the Church. Preparation for Confirmation for adults will begin during the Easter Season. Candidates will be confirmed at the Pentecost Vigil. If interested, please complete the form below. Please contact Becky Albrinck or at any of our Parish Offices for more information.
MARRIAGE
The Sacrament of Marriage is a blessed covenant, a holy union of two people in the eyes of the Church who are called to love each other and God. By marriage, the couple witnesses Christ's spousal love for the Church. The marriage preparation process deepens your relationship with your fiancé through vital discussions of faith, life, future, and history. If you have a prior marriage and are in need of annulment, please feel free to contact the Parish Office.
Annulment Information
Whether a divorced person is Catholic or non-Catholic, those considering getting married in the Catholic Church will go through the annulment process. Although annulments are more properly called "declarations of nullity," there are various types. For this purpose, there is no substitute for meeting face-to-face with a priest or qualified pastoral minister (the procurator) who has been formally trained in the annulment process and is familiar with the process and forms used by the Ecclesiastical Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
Whether a divorced person is Catholic or non-Catholic, those considering getting married in the Catholic Church will go through the annulment process. Although annulments are more properly called "declarations of nullity," there are various types. For this purpose, there is no substitute for meeting face-to-face with a priest or qualified pastoral minister (the procurator) who has been formally trained in the annulment process and is familiar with the process and forms used by the Ecclesiastical Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
Anointing of the Sick gives strength and comfort to the sick and ill by bestowing the Holy Spirit's gift of peace, spiritual healing and courage to deal with the difficulties of illness.
One may be anointed at anytime by contacting our parish office during regular business hours to make an appointment. During a medical emergency after parish office hours, you may reach a priest by calling (513) 777-6433 and following the correct prompts.
Please turn Events for upcoming Anointing Masses.
One may be anointed at anytime by contacting our parish office during regular business hours to make an appointment. During a medical emergency after parish office hours, you may reach a priest by calling (513) 777-6433 and following the correct prompts.
Please turn Events for upcoming Anointing Masses.
HOLY ORDERS
Holy Orders is the sacrament by which bishops, priests and deacons are ordained and receive the power and grace to perform their sacred duties. The sacred rite by which orders are conferred is called ordination.
For more information about vocations to the priesthood and diaconate, please contact Fr. Ed Burns and learn more about the process for becoming a priest on the Archdiocese of Cincinnati's website.
For more information about vocations to the priesthood and diaconate, please contact Fr. Ed Burns and learn more about the process for becoming a priest on the Archdiocese of Cincinnati's website.
All registrations for our youth faith formation programs will be checked against the registered families of our three parishes. Our parishes follow the guidelines of the Catholic Church that reflect the teachings of Canon Law and the Catechism. As such, for your child to be formally registered in our sacramental programs, we must receive a letter from your parish pastor, releasing your parish of record from the obligation of preparing your child for the sacraments. Please contact your pastor to obtain this letter. Parish staffs are preparing for a certain number of families to participate in their programs. A sudden influx of students from other parishes can create an unnecessary financial hardship on our churches.
If you choose to become a member of our parish, you are welcome here! Please note, that if your child is attending your home parish school, this may cause your family to lose parish tuition discounts. If you are interested in transferring schools, we are proud to offer two parish schools in our family: St. Gabriel Consolidated School and St. Michael Parish School. We also require six months of active participation in our parish before enrolling your child in our sacramental programs.
If you choose to become a member of our parish, you are welcome here! Please note, that if your child is attending your home parish school, this may cause your family to lose parish tuition discounts. If you are interested in transferring schools, we are proud to offer two parish schools in our family: St. Gabriel Consolidated School and St. Michael Parish School. We also require six months of active participation in our parish before enrolling your child in our sacramental programs.
WE'RE GLAD YOU'RE HERE
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