Sacraments
Baptism
We celebrate the sacrament of Baptism on the First and Third Saturday of the month.
- During Lent we suspend the monthly baptisms. Only baptisms in case of emergency.
- During Easter we celebrate Baptisms during Sunday Masses (Limited Capacity)
- Must register the child for baptism at least a month before the desired baptismal date.
Information and requirements to receive the Sacrament
Infant to 6 years old
Documents needed:
- Child’s State issued birth certificate (Original)
- Proof of attendance to Pre-baptismal Session for parents and godparents
- Godparents need to provide confirmation certificate.
- Godparents: If living in a marital relationship must present certificate of Sacrament of Marriage
All documents need to be presented at the time of registration.
Children 7 years old and older
Children over the age of 7 need to be registered for the OCIA Program. Please contact the religious formation office at 915-300-2801.
Eucharist
The Sacrament of the Eucharist is usually received at the age of 9.
Our First Holy Communion Program is arranged in a 2 year period and it begins when the child is in 2nd grade in school.
Information and requirements to receive the Sacrament
First Communion Program
Documents needed:
- The baptismal certificate
If un-baptized, please Register for the OCIA Program.
All documents need to be presented at the time of registration in order for the process to be completed and the candidate be registered for the program.
Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation is usually received at the age of 16.
Our preparation program to receive the sacrament of confirmation is arranged into a 2 year period and it begins when the candidate is in the 9th grade of high school.
Information and requirements to receive the Sacrament
Teen Confirmation Program 14-17 years old.
Documents needed:
Certificate of Baptism
If First Communion, the First Communion Certificate.
If un-baptized, please Register for the OCIA program.
Adult Confirmation Program 18 years and older.
Documents needed:
Certificate of Baptism
If First Communion, the First Communion Certificate.
If un-baptized, please Register for the OCIA program.
All documents need to be presented at the time of registration in order for the process to be completed and the candidate be registered for the program.
Reconciliation
The sacrament of Reconciliation, or confession, as its commonly known, is offered every Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
You can also call the office to set an appointment for another day and time.
The church recommends the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once a year, or more often if it is necessary.
Reconciliation must be in person, it can not take place over the phone or through video call.
Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is offered in case of grave illness.
“Hence, as soon as anyone of the faithful begins to be in danger of death from sickness or old age, the fitting time for him to receive this sacrament has certainly already arrived.” CCC1514
Please contact St. Mark’s Parish Office to give the information of the person who is sick to the priest can visit them. 915-300-2800.
If the person is from another parish or area in the Diocese of El paso, the family can contact 915-834-9006 and they will help them to reach a priest that is on call.
Matrimony
The celebration of marriage between two Catholic faithful normally takes place during Holy Mass. CCC 1621
“The parties to a marriage covenant are a baptized man and woman, fee to contract marriage, who freely express their consent.” ccc 1625
When you are ready to begin the process please contact St. Mark’s Parish Office to schedule an appointment with the priest to answer your questions and guide you through the preparation process. 915-300-2800.
Holy Orders
In the ecclesial service of the ordained minister, it is Christ himself who is present to his Church as Head of his Body, Shepherd of his flock, high priest of the redemptive sacrifice, Teacher of Truth.
This is what the Church means by saying that the priest, by virtue of the sacrament of Holy Orders, acts, in persona Christi Capitis.