Baptism: Diocesan guidelines require parents (who must be registered members of Saints Patrick and
Raphael Parish) and godparents (if they live close enough) to meet with the
pastor and renew their understanding of the Sacrament. It is highly recommended
that parents contact the rectory before the baby arrives to avoid delays that
can be caused by having to obtain the services of a babysitter. Baptism at Mass
is highly recommended.Marriage: Diocesan guidelines ask couples to enter a one year period of preparation for the
Sacrament of Marriage. This is not unrealistic since many of the arrangements
for a wedding take at least a year if not longer. Many couples engage their hall
a year before the wedding and contact the Pastor two or three months before the
wedding only to find they have a hall but not a church. Don’t be caught short.
Take plenty of time to do the Pre-Cana course, the communications assessment and
the paper work required
Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Please call the parish office if you are interested in becoming
Catholic.
Sick Calls/Hospital Visits:
Notify pastor in case of serious illness or sudden death. Let parish
office know of hospitalized and homebound persons. Because of new privacy laws,
if you or a family member would like a hospital visit from the priest, the
patient or family member must notify the parish office.
Prayers for Sick or Deceased: Call parish office for mention
in bulletin.
Religious Education Classes: As announced in the bulletin - schedules sent to families.
See Religious Ed page by clicking in index to the left.
Pregnancy Counseling: Liferight, North Adams 413-664-4106
Parish Membership: If you have not yet registered and would like to become a member,
please contact the parish office. 413-458-4946, ext. 11
Bulletin: Deadline for notices is Wednesday 10am
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