Sacraments
The seven sacraments
Grouped as the Church groups them: the sacraments of initiation, of service and of healing. Adults seeking Baptism begin with Become Catholic.
Sacraments of Initiation
Baptism
The first sacrament of initiation and the gateway to the others: we are freed from sin and reborn as children of God.
Holy Communion
The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life: bread and wine truly become the Body and Blood of Christ.
Confirmation
Completes the grace of Baptism through an outpouring of the Holy Spirit, strengthening us to witness to Christ.
Sacraments of Service
Matrimony
Signifies the union of Christ and the Church, giving spouses the grace to love each other as Christ loved his Church (CCC 1661).
Couples: call the office at 416-241-3101 well before your date.
Holy Orders
The sacrament of apostolic ministry, with three degrees — bishop, priest and deacon (CCC 1536).
Sacraments of Healing
Reconciliation
Given by Christ to the Church, by which we are freed from sins committed after Baptism.
Anointing of the Sick
Spiritual healing, strength and God’s grace for those who are seriously ill. To request a priest, call 416-241-3101.
Preparation
Preparing for the sacraments
For any sacrament, call the parish office at 416-241-3101.
Baptism
Call the parish office at 416-241-3101 for the Baptism Registration Package.
- Parents/guardians: Baptism or Confirmation certificate of at least one parent, or a sacramental marriage certificate
- Godparents: Confirmation certificate or sacramental marriage certificate
- Child: birth certificate
Then: an interview with Deacon Damien (English) or Deacon Ignacio (Spanish), a preparation class for parents and godparents, and the baptism date. Suggested donation: $50 per child.
First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion 2027 (Grades 2–6)
- Information meeting (attend one): Tue. Nov. 3 or Tue. Nov. 10, 2026, 7:00 pm, Hall #1
- Online registration: Nov. 16 – Dec. 4, 2026 (link given at the meeting)
- Registration meeting (mandatory): Wed. Dec. 9, 2026, 6:00 – 9:00 pm, Hall #1
- Documents: birth and baptism certificates
- Cost: $60, e-Transfer to parish@stphilipneri.ca (memo: Reconciliation/Communion 2027 + child’s name)
- Classes: 12 Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:15 am, Jan. – Apr. 2027, St. Conrad Catholic School, 5 Exbury Rd.
- First Holy Communion: Sat. May 1 and Sat. May 8, 2027
Questions: Antoniette Covello and Rina Teschl, 416-241-3101 ext. 245, RTeschl@archtoronto.org.
Confirmation 2027 (Grades 7–8)
- Information meeting (attend one): Wed. Nov. 4 or Wed. Nov. 11, 2026, 7:00 pm, Hall #1
- Online registration: Nov. 16 – Dec. 4, 2026
- Registration meeting (mandatory): Wed. Dec. 9, 2026, 6:00 – 9:00 pm, Hall #1
- Documents: birth, Baptism and First Communion certificates; sponsor’s Confirmation certificate
- Cost: $60, e-Transfer to parish@stphilipneri.ca (memo: Confirmation 2027 + child’s name)
- Classes: 8 Saturdays, 9:30 – 10:45 am, Feb. – Apr. 2027, St. Conrad Catholic School, plus a retreat and 5 hours of Community Service Learning
- Confirmation: Sat. May 15 and Sat. May 29, 2027
Questions: Linda Maselli-Jackman, 416-241-3101 ext. 245, lmjackman@archtoronto.org.