Holy Cross Catholic Parish      Lake Stevens/Granite Falls Washington
Sacraments

The Latin word sacramentum means "a sign of the sacred." The seven sacraments are ceremonies that point to what is sacred, significant and important for Christians.

The Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Matrimony require special preparation

See the Children's Religious Education page and the Youth page for information on the
Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation

Anointing of the Sick

Please call the parish office to make arrangements for this Sacrament
Father Jay DeFolco wants to know if someone is involved in a crisis requiring emergency Pastoral care. Please call him at 360 691 AMEN during regular business hours (8-4 – Monday through Friday).
 After hours please call 360 739 5303.

Baptism
You MUST attend our Baptism preparation classes which are scheduled on request. Call the parish office to obtain further information and register for this class.  You may also attend the classes prior to the birth of your child.  You must be an active registered parishioner before signing up for the Baptismal Class.

Baptisms are currently scheduled for 2010 on the following weekends.
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an. 10, Feb. 14, April 11, May 16June 13, July 11, August 15, Sept. 12, Oct.10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12

To get a Baptismal Certificate please  contact the parish in which you were baptized. If you were baptized at Holy Cross and need a copy of your Baptismal Certificate,  call the Parish Office at 360-691 AMEN.  Please allow 5 business days for your request.

Marriage
Engaged couples, who are registered in the parish, should contact us at least six months prior to your proposed wedding date. The Church requires preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage. Please call the Parish Office at 360-691 AMEN.