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Infant Baptism
Parent/Sponsor preparation required. Preparation program offered periodically on Sundays. Infants are usually baptized into the Catholic community at parish liturgies. Family baptisms can be arranged. Contact the Parish Office at 205.553.9733 extension 2 or at msmitherman@hschurch.com.

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Adult Baptism
Those adults who are interested in becoming a Catholic participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). For additional information contact MaryJane Smitherman at 205.553.9733 ext.2 or at msmitherman@hschurch.com

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Reconciliation (Penance)

• Saturday 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. or by appointment
• Communal Reconciliation services offered during Advent and Lent.
• Children are prepared for the sacrament in second grade. Parents are required to attend the sacramental preparation program. For additional information contact MaryJane Wagner at 205.553.9733 ext.2 or at mjwagner@holyspirit-al.com

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First Eucharist
At Holy Spirit parish, children receive the sacrament of Eucharist during the Easter Season of the second grade year in school. Parents are required to attend a sacramental preparation meeting so that they may work with their children in preparing them for the sacrament. Contact the Director of Religious Education, MaryJane Wagner at 205.553.9733 ext.2 or at mjwagner@holyspirit-al.com for dates of these meetings.

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Confirmation
Preparation for Confirmation begins in the fall of the candidates' freshman year (9th grade). Candidates receive the sacrament in the spring of their sophomore year (10th grade). For additional information contact Judy Halli at 205.553.5606 or at jhalli@holyspirit-al.com.

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Marriage Preparation
In accordance with diocesan regulations, all couples planning to be married at Holy Spirit must notify the pastor at least four months prior to their wedding date and must attend a marriage preparation program. Catholic Engaged Encounter weekends is offered. Call the Parish Office (205.553.9733 ext 2) for further information and registration form.

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Anointing of the Sick/Communion to the Sick
If any of your loved ones are seriously ill or are anticipating major surgery, contact Karis Perry at 205.553.9733 ext.6 or at kperry@hschurch.com, if you would like to have the anointing of the sick and the reception of communion brought to your home or to the hospital. Communal anointing will be held seasonally.

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Holy Orders
Holy Orders is the sacrament in which men commit their lifelong service as ordained priests or deacons. Anyone interested in the priesthood, diaconate, or religious life should make an appointment with the Pastor aid in the discernment and to receive information.

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