In 2023, Resurrection launched classes for parents who were preparing to have their child baptized in our parish. These classes were well received and fostered some wonderful discussions about raising your kids in the faith.
We are continuing these classes in 2024. If you are expecting a child, here is some information you may need to know:
Please contact Annie-Rose Keith, Director of Faith Formation, to schedule the baptism of your child and to register for the baptism preparation class. You can reach Annie-Rose by calling the parish office at (812) 963-3121 or by emailing her at arkeith@evdio.org.
Our Baptism classes are held at 9:30 a.m. once a month (typically on the Sunday of the first full weekend of each month). The classes are led by Deacon Dan Niemeier or Deacon Ed Walker. The classes are designed for all first-time parents and for those who have not previously attended one. We encourage you to register for this class in your second trimester.
Resurrection uses Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Belonging, Baptism in the Family of God Baptism preparation program to guide the class and discussion.
The program seeks to provide you with an opportunity to encounter Jesus and his Church as you prepare for your child’s baptism. You will learn what it means to be a child of God and discover that the Church is your family, a place where you belong.
The tentative 2024 Baptism Prep Class schedule is as follows: Feb. 4th, March 3rd, April 7th, May 5th, June 2nd, July 7th, August 4th, September 8th, October 6th, November 3rd, and December 8th.
A goal of baptismal preparation is to make this an authentic experience and commitment for new parents. We hope to welcome, mentor, and provide a space for real connection so we can move toward this goal. To love the children of our parish, we want to serve and empower their parents.
Preparation for reception of the sacrament is taught in second grade in both the parish school and the parish religious education program. Parent meetings and preparation begin in the Fall, ending with celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Confessions are heard on Saturday evenings from 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. A parish penance service is held during both Advent and Lent at announced times.
Preparation for reception of Holy Eucharist takes place in the second grade of both the parish school and parish religious education program. A parent preparation meeting is scheduled early in the second semester. Celebration of first communion is usually held on the Sunday following Easter. The First Communicants will make a retreat prior to the celebration.
The regular Mass times are listed in the Bulletin.
The celebration of the sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated for all those in the tenth grade and are members of our parish. Preparation for the sacrament will be done at the parish, times to be determined. Sponsors are asked to participate in formation sessions which include the confirmation retreat. Confirmation is administered by the bishop.
Couples are asked to contact the parish priest at least six months before the marriage. Instructions are provided when you contact our parish, but couples are required to attend either an UNVEILED Marraige Prep retreat or participate in a Sponsor Couple program through our parish. We also ask couples to watch a 45-minute session on Natural Family Planning.
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is for any member of the faithful in need of spiritual, physical, or emotional healing. Once referred to as "last rites," this anointing is recommended before death. This Sacrament is also a "Sacrament of Healing" and can be administered before surgery or because of grave illness. The Sacrament is administered by a priest. Please call the parish to request this sacrament.
Perpetual Adoration
The Catholic Church has always offered and still offers the practice of adoration to the Sacrament of the Eucharist, reserving the consecrated hosts with utmost care, exposing them to the solemn veneration of the faithful. The Eucharist is reserved in the tabernacle and exposed in the Blessed Sacrament chapel for adoration from 6:00 a.m.-ll:00 p.m.
Rosary
The rosary is recited before the daily Mass and before the 8:00 a.m. Sunday Mass.
Adult Initiation (OCIA)
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) is the process by which adults are received into the Church community. The RCIA prepares adults for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, usually celebrated at the Easter Vigil. The RCIA meets on Sunday mornings. For additional information on the RCIA, contact the Parish Office.