Join us at Holy Spirit Parish to receive your sacraments and deepen your faith. We warmly invite you to be part of our community as we celebrate these sacred moments together. Your journey is important to us, and we look forward to welcoming you.
Born into the Life of Christ
Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation incorporate us into the Body of Christ and establish our identity as Catholic Christians.
SACRAMENT I
Baptism
The foundation of the Christian life — the doorway through which we enter the Church.
Baptism cleanses us from original sin and gives us our identity as Christians, members of His body, the Church. The Church teaches that infant baptism should be done as soon as possible after birth.
Ideally, families will be in touch with the parish around the sixth month of pregnancy in order to complete formation in preparation for this sacrament.
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Contact
Deacon Steve Kuczma — deaconsteve@holyspiritvb.org
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When to Reach Out
Around the 6th month of pregnancy
Next Step
Download the inquiry form, complete, and email to Deacon Steve or drop off at the parish office
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AT A GLANCE
Infant & Adult
BOTH CELEBRATED AT HOLY SPIRIT
~6 Months
PREPARATION TIME RECOMMENDED
Deacon Steve
PRIMARY CONTACT FOR BAPTISM
“You were buried with him in baptism and raised with him through faith.”
COLOSSIANS 2:12
SACRAMENT II
The Holy Eucharist
The source and summit of the Christian life — the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Under the appearances of bread and wine, Jesus is made present to us in this sacrifice of love that we enter into at Mass.
First Holy Communion typically takes place in 2nd grade through Youth Discipleship, following formation for First Reconciliation. Parents and youth attend formation and retreats. Masses celebrating First Communions take place during the Easter season.
Eucharistic Adoration takes place every first Thursday of each month, with Exposition at 12:00 PM and Benediction at 6:00 PM — a time of silent prayer in the loving presence of the Lord.
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First Communion
2nd grade · Youth Discipleship program
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Eucharistic Adoration
First Thursday of each month · 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
AT A GLANCE
Sunday Masses
8 AM · 10 AM (LIVE) · 12 PM
Daily Mass
TUE & THU 6:15 PM · WED & FRI 8 AM
1st Thursday
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION EVERY MONTH
“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger.”
JOHN 6:35
SACRAMENT OF INITIATION
Confirmation
The grace received at Baptism is strengthened and we are sent more deeply into the Church’s life and mission.
Adults who wish to be Confirmed may contact Deacon Bob Smithberger to learn about formation through the OCIA process.
Confirmation for youth in the Diocese of Richmond typically takes place in 10th grade and involves a year of formation and preparation. Parents should contact the parish office.
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Youth
10th grade · 1 year of formation
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Adults
Through OCIA · Contact Deacon Bob
Restored & Made Whole
Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation incorporate us into the Body of Christ and establish our identity as Catholic Christians.
ALSO CALLED CONFESSION · PENANCE
Reconciliation
God’s great mercy and desire to bring us back to Himself through the forgiveness of our sins.
This sacrament is celebrated at Holy Spirit on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM, or by appointment as arranged with Father Anthony.
Preparation for First Reconciliation typically takes place in 2nd grade through Youth Discipleship. Parents and youth attend concurrent formation sessions and retreats. Contact the faith formation office to learn more.
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Regular Schedule
Tue & Thu · 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
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By Appointment
Contact Father Anthony or call 757.468.3600
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First Reconciliation
2nd grade · Youth Discipleship
SACRAMENT OF HEALING
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
The healing mercy of Jesus — restoring us to life in Christ in body, mind, and spirit.
Throughout the Gospels Jesus healed the sick, not only physically but through the forgiveness of sins. The Anointing of the Sick continues this healing ministry.
Anointings can be scheduled before surgery, in the midst of chronic illness, or in emergency situations. They can take place in hospitals, nursing homes, or at home.
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Scheduled AnointingContact
Father Anthony in advance to arrange
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Emergency
Call 757.468.3600 · After hours: 757.904.3069
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Location
Hospital, nursing home, home, or church
Called to Love & Serve
Matrimony and Holy Orders orient the faithful toward the salvation of others and the building up of the Church.
Matrimony
Man and woman become “one flesh,” revealing the love Christ has for His bride, the Church.
Marriage is a sacrament in which one man and one woman enter into a life-long union with openness to the gift of life, as St. Paul reminds us in Ephesians.
Parishioners who are engaged should contact Father Anthony to arrange an initial appointment. Please note: a wedding date and related preparations must not be confirmed before this initial meeting.
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Preparation Timeline
Allow at least
9 months
for necessary formation
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Important
Do not book a reception venue before meeting with Fr. Anthony
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First Step
Contact Father Anthony to schedule an initial appointment
Holy Orders
Jesus instituted Holy Orders to continue His ministry in the Church through deacons, priests, and bishops.
Holy Orders refers to the sacrament by which men are ordained as deacons, priests, and bishops, participating in the ministry of Jesus for the good of His people.
Please continue to pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood in our diocese. Men interested in discerning a call to priesthood are encouraged to reach out.
Pray for Vocations
Our Vocations Ministry prays for more seminarians and religious
Discernment
Diocese of Richmond Vocations Office — richmondvocations.org