Baptism
The Sacrament of Baptism is the first sacrament that a person celebrates, and the first of three sacraments referred to as the “Sacraments of Initiation.” Through baptism, a person begins a new life with Christ, becoming a child of God and a Christian. It is the first step in a life in which one strives to become more and more like Christ. Baptism symbolizes and brings about a union with Christ’s death and resurrection. Baptism also creates a bond of unity that links all those who have been baptized.
Infant Baptism
Baptisms are regularly scheduled at 12:00pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month. These times may be altered to accommodate changes to the parish schedule. Families also have the option of celebrating during certain Sunday Mass times.
A required Baptism Preparation session is held for parents to better understand the sacrament and review the parental responsibilities to be undertaken.
To enroll in Baptism Preparation or to schedule a Baptism for your child, please contact our Faith Formation Office at (585) 265-4750.
Youth Baptism
Order of Christian Initiation of Children (OCIC formerly RCIC) at Holy Trinity
Adult Baptism
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA formerly RCIA) at Holy Trinity
Baptismal Certificates
To request a baptismal certificate, or other sacramental records, please complete our online form. If you are unable to do so, you may contact the parish office at (585) 265-1616 for further assistance.
Eucharist
The Eucharist is the most profound way we encounter the real presence of Jesus Christ. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (1324-1327), states that the Eucharist is “the source and summit” of the Christian life. The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it. For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself.
The Eucharist is celebrated daily during the celebration of Mass, the eucharistic liturgy.
Children are encouraged to prepare for their First Eucharist in the second grade. The sacrament of First Eucharist takes place after First Penance (Penance).
Confirmation
For “by the sacrament of Confirmation, [the baptized] are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed.” (CCC 1285)
As the third and final Sacrament of Initiation into the church, the Sacrament of Confirmation can be seen as an interior movement that effects a more mature and active participation in the life of the faith community. Through this Sacrament we are enriched with the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, which brings to perfection the grace we first received in Baptism.
Reconciliation
Jesus entrusted the ministry of reconciliation to the Church. The Sacrament of Penance is God’s gift to us so that any sin committed after Baptism can be forgiven. In confession 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 our sins, especially mortal sins. With absolution, we are reconciled to God and the Church. The Sacrament helps us stay close to the truth that we cannot live without God. “In him we live and move and have our being” (Acts 17:28).
Children are encouraged to prepare for their Sacrament of First Penance during second grade. The Sacrament of First Penance takes place prior to first Eucharist.
Preparing for First Penance at Holy Trinity
Additional Resources
A Guide to the Sacrament of Reconciliation (DOR)
Examination of Conscience ideas for all ages (DOR)
Confession Times at Holy Trinity
Saturdays: 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Tuesdays: 4:30 – 5:30 pm (October – June)
By appointment by calling (585) 265-1616
Anointing of the Sick
Throughout the Gospels we see Jesus healing others, this is the origin of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. His cures were signs of the arrival of the Kingdom of God. The core message of his healing tells us of his plan to conquer sin and death by his dying and rising.
In the Church’s Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, through the ministry of the priest, it is Jesus who touches the sick to heal them from sin – and sometimes even from physical ailment. When the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is given, the hoped-for effect is that, if it be God’s will, the person be physically healed of illness. But even if there is no physical healing, the primary effect of the Sacrament is a spiritual healing by which the sick person receives the Holy Spirit’s gift of peace and courage to deal with the difficulties that accompany serious illness or the frailty of old age.
When in need of this healing touch of Christ, one can request to receive this prayer of the church before, during, or after Mass.
For hospital or home visits, contact our main parish office at (585) 265-1616.
Additional Resources
Holy Matrimony
Congratulations on your engagement! These months of preparation for your marriage will be busy and exciting. While your engagement and all its festivities are significant parts of your marriage celebration, the Marriage Ceremony is the center of Christian celebration.
The Sacrament of Matrimony is a covenant, which is more than a contract. Covenant always expresses a relationship between persons. The marriage covenant refers to the relationship between the husband and wife, a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God. The celebration of marriage is also a liturgical act, appropriately held in a public liturgy at church. Catholics are urged to celebrate their marriage within the Eucharistic Liturgy.
Preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony at Holy Trinity
Additional Resources
Holy Orders
From the moment of Jesus’ conception in the womb of Mary until his Resurrection, he was filled with the Holy Spirit. In biblical language, he was anointed by the Holy Spirit and thus established by God the Father as our high priest. As Risen Lord, he remains our high priest. While all the baptized share in Christ’s priesthood, the ministerial priesthood shares this through the Sacrament of Holy Orders in a special way.
Ordination to the priesthood is always a call and a gift from God. Christ reminded his Apostles that they needed to ask the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into the harvest. Those who seek priesthood respond generously to God’s call using the words of the prophet, “Here I am, send me” (Isaiah 6:8). This call from God can be recognized and understood from the daily signs that disclose his will to those in charge of discerning the vocation of the candidate.
Vocations Prayer
Lord, let me know clearly the work you are calling me to do. Grant me the grace and generosity I need to answer your call with courage and love, for to do your will is my joy and my peace. Amen.
Additional Resources
DOR Vocations Office
DOR Deaconate (Information to become a Deacon)
Holy Orders Resources (USCCB)