"Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded of you." (Matthew 28:19-20)
Through Baptism, we are freed from sin and reborn as sons and daughters of God. We become members of the Body of Christ as we are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission. We can’t wait to welcome your child into the life of Christ and our Church through Baptism.
To have a child baptized at Most Pure Heart of Mary, please complete the form below and our team will reach out to you.
"I am the living bread that came down from heaven" (John 6:15)
The Eucharist is the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ. When we faithfully receive the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, we grow deeper in communion with God and fellowship with one another.
Children prepare for First Communion through our religious education sacramental prep program our parish school. If you're an adult seeking to receive First Communion, your next step is RCIA. Please complete the form below and our team will be in touch.
"Confession is an act of honesty and courage - an act of entrusting ourselves, beyond sin, to the mercy of a loving and forgiving God." (St. Pope John Paul II)
The sacrament of Reconciliation is about the mercy of Jesus Christ. Honestly confessing our sins reconciles us to God and restores us to his grace and intimate friendship. Confession breaks the power of shame and hurt of sin, and restores and revitalizes our relationships within the community of faith in the life of our Church.
Children prepare for Reconciliation through our religious education sacramental prep program or our parish school. If you're an adult seeking to receive Reconciliation, please complete the form below and our team will be in touch.
"The Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you." (John 14:26)
In Confirmation, Christians receive a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit and deepening of baptismal graces needed to grow as mature disciples of Christ in the life of the Church.
Confirmation normally takes place during eighth grade, however, those wishing to receive this sacrament after the eighth-grade year can do so by completing the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). Please complete the form below and our team will be in touch.
"Together may you follow the way of love as Christ loved you." (Ephesians 5:2)
The Bible describes God’s plan for marriage as a grace for a happy life and a sign of Christ’s faithful and fruitful love for his Bride, the Church. We look forward to working with you as you prepare for one of the most wonderful experiences of human life, "Celebrating your love in marriage and God's presence in your lives." Your wedding will be part of a long tradition of weddings celebrated at Most Pure Heart of Mary.
Engaged couples must begin the marriage preparation process at least six months prior to the intended wedding date. During this time, the couple will complete the necessary paperwork and fulfill all marriage preparation requirements. Please contact the parish office to begin your preparations.
If you're engaged and seeking the Sacrament of Marriage, please complete the form below and our team will be in touch.
"Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters of the Church, and they should pray over him and anoint (him) with oil in the name of the Lord." (James 5:14)
Jesus showed compassion toward the sick and suffering. The sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick extends God’s grace of spiritual strength, peace, and courage to overcome the difficulties that go with facing a serious health challenge, advanced age, or are near death. In this Sacrament of Healing, recipients are able to pray for healing of the body in addition to the spiritual healing of the soul that comes with the forgiveness of sins.
If you or a loved one are in need of this Sacrament, please contact the parish office by completing the form below or calling us at 785-272-5590. In case of an evening or weekend emergency only anointing, call our emergency answering service at 785-357-8282.
"Life with Christ is a wonderful adventure." (St. Pope John Paul II)
Since the time of the Apostles, Christ has personally called forth some men and women to dedicate their lives ministering to the People of God in the service of the Church as a priest or religious sister or brother.
Do you think you might have a calling to the priesthood or religious life? Please visit the Archdiocese website to learn more. If you would like to talk to our parish priest, please complete the form below and our team will be in touch with you.