SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM
Baptism Preparation Classes for parents are held on the 3rd Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September & November at 7:00 p.m. in McCarthy Hall. Baptisms may take place on Sunday following the 10:30 a.m. Mass. There are no Baptisms during Lent.
Parish membership is required.
To make Baptism arrangements, please call the Rectory at (309) 793-7373.
Important! Read the latest Religious Education Updates for the 2022-2023 School Year
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
Parents are the primary teachers of the faith and, therefore, are responsible for preparing their children for the Sacraments. The Church understands that this task can be difficult, so it provides a purpose-driven curriculum to assist families in their children's faith formation.
Those attending Jordan Catholic School receive preparation during their normal religion class. Those attending home, private, or public schools receive preparation through the Children's Religious Education Program (CCD) offered on Wednesday afternoons, 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Requirements for Reception of First Communion:
Children are in second grade or have reached the age of seven
Children have been Baptized
Children have been enrolled in two consecutive years of religious instruction, whether at a Catholic parochial school, CCD, or an approved homeschool curriculum
RECONCILIATION
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered at the following times:
Monday through Saturday: 6:40 a.m. - 6:55 a.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday: 5:10 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
First Reconciliation is celebrated by second-graders in preparation for their First Holy Communion. Those attending Jordan Catholic School receive preparation during their regular religion class. Those attending home, private, or public schools receive preparation through the Children's Religious Education Program (CCD).
During Advent and Lent, the parish also celebrates a reconciliation service. This allows our parish family to come together to pray, to ask for forgiveness, and to have the opportunity to also receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation during these penitential seasons.
CONFIRMATION
Parents are the primary teachers of the faith (CCC #1653) and therefore are responsible for preparing their children for the Sacraments. The Church understands that this task can be very challenging and helps by providing faith formation through the parish, especially for sacrament preparation.
Those attending Jordan Catholic School receive preparation during their normal religion class. Those attending home, private, or public schools receive preparation through the Children's Religious Education Program (CCD) offered on Wednesdays, 5:00-6:30pm.
Requirements to Receive Confirmation:
Eighth Grade or older
Baptized Catholic (or Received into the Catholic Church) and have received First Communion
Enrolled in two consecutive years of religious instruction, whether at a Catholic parochial school, CCD, or an approved homeschool curriculum.
Completion of Confirmation Service Hours
Attendance at Confirmation Retreat in January
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
If you or a loved one is in need of the Sacrament of the Sick, please call the Rectory at 793-7373. Once you have listened to the prompts, push the number 9 and you will be directed to leave a message and phone number. May God bless you.
MARRIAGE
Congratulations on your engagement! Are you thinking about getting married in the Catholic Church and wondering what to do to get started?
Marriage Preparation at St. Pius X Church
First, schedule to meet with one of our priests and talk to him about what you need to do to make your marriage a reality. At your first meeting your priest or deacon should review the marriage preparation process and requirements at St. Pius X Church, which are provided below:
St. Pius X Marriage Preparation Packet
Diocese of Peoria Requirements
Please notify the rectory, ideally, eight months before setting your marriage date to allow time to complete the Diocesan required Marriage preparation programs. Please review Diocesan marriage requirements, provided below:
Diocese of Peoria Marriage Preparation Requirements
HOLY ORDERS
A calling by God is such a gift and a joy! As Jesus tells us, "The harvest is great, but laborers are few, so beg the harvest master to bring more laborers to his harvest."
Are you being called to a vocation of service to God and his holy people? Here are some simple steps to follow to find out if you are:
Pray every day. Have a solid prayer life where you can talk to God and listen for his call.
"Lord, help me to be, what you want me to be."
Go to Mass regularly, including daily Mass, so that you can experience the greatest sacrifice that priests are privileged to share.
Go to Confession regularly, so that your soul can be a place where Christ resides and directs you to respond to his invitation.
Pray to find a worthy spiritual director who can answer your questions so as to help you discern God's call.
Talk to your parish priest or Vocation Director to get further assistance.
Visit our Vocation Station, located just outside the Adoration Chapel, for free discernment materials and more information.