Sacraments
BAPTISM
The First Sacrament that incorporates us into the Church.
Baptism are usually held every 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 11:00 am and 11:30 am.
We accept 2 families per slot.
Preparation seminars are led by volunteer Catechists from Guardian Angels Parish and held every 3rd Sunday of each Month at 4pm.
Requirements:
The First Sacrament that incorporates us into the Church.
Baptism are usually held every 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 11:00 am and 11:30 am.
We accept 2 families per slot.
Preparation seminars are led by volunteer Catechists from Guardian Angels Parish and held every 3rd Sunday of each Month at 4pm.
Requirements:
- Meeting with the Parish Priest. Kindly contact the Parish Office to book an appointment. (07 3393 4980 or gachurchwynnum@bne.catholic.net.au)
- Enrolment Form – Baptism
- Birth Certificate (photocopy only)
- If you belong to a different Parish, a letter from your Parish of residence granting us permission to baptise your child at Guardian Angels Parish is also required.
- Preparation Seminar attendance (only for parents who have not had an older child baptised previously)
RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults.
Volunteer Catechists from Guardian Angels Parish accompany, educate and assist adults and children (above 7 years of age) in the process of becoming a Catholic. It is an accompanied journey that normally begins around August each year, leading to the reception of the sacraments at Easter. It is a journey of preparation that enables questions to be asked and answered, and a discovery of what it means to be Catholic.
RCIA Baptisms are held every Easter. Kindly contact the Parish Office for more details. (gachurchwynnum@bne.catholic.net.au)
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults.
Volunteer Catechists from Guardian Angels Parish accompany, educate and assist adults and children (above 7 years of age) in the process of becoming a Catholic. It is an accompanied journey that normally begins around August each year, leading to the reception of the sacraments at Easter. It is a journey of preparation that enables questions to be asked and answered, and a discovery of what it means to be Catholic.
RCIA Baptisms are held every Easter. Kindly contact the Parish Office for more details. (gachurchwynnum@bne.catholic.net.au)
CONFESSION
Every Saturday 5:15-5:45pm at the church Confessional.
Every Saturday 5:15-5:45pm at the church Confessional.
SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN
Covers The Sacrament of Confirmation, the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist and the Sacrament of Penance following the Standards set by the Archdiocese of Brisbane led by Evangelisation Brisbane.
Requirements:
- Sacramental Program Enrolment Form
- Baptismal Certificate - If your child was baptised at a Parish Church other than Guardian Angels Wynnum, you need to provide a photocopy of their baptismal certificate.
- Children should be in Year 3 or above at time of their enrolment in the Parish Sacramental Program.
- Enrolment in the Parish Sacramental Program requires parents to fully commit to the faith development of the child/children they enrol. Faith development includes all of the following:
~ Attendance and participation the sessions and activities
~ Attendance at Sunday Mass, and
~ Learning and memorising the basic prayers at home before lessons begin:
Sign of the Cross; The Lord’s Prayer (Our Father) ; Hail Mary and Glory Be - Lessons are compulsory. 100% attendance is required by both parent and child/children enrolled in the program. A parent MUST accompany the child to the lessons and remain in the class. This is a requirement under child safety guidelines.
- A small donation of $40 to cover expenses and supply of materials is greatly appreciated.
WEDDINGS - Sacrament of Marriage
Prospective couples are booked after a meeting with the Parish Priest. An Initial deposit of $100 for the use of the church is made during the booking.
Note that we strictly do not allow confetti throwing during and after the wedding.
Kindly contact the Parish Office for more details. (gachurchwynnum@bne.catholic.net.au)
Prospective couples are booked after a meeting with the Parish Priest. An Initial deposit of $100 for the use of the church is made during the booking.
Note that we strictly do not allow confetti throwing during and after the wedding.
Kindly contact the Parish Office for more details. (gachurchwynnum@bne.catholic.net.au)