The Sacraments
"The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice and the sacraments. There are seven sacraments in the Church: Baptism, Confirmation or Chrismation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony.
Sacraments are 'powers that comes forth' from the Body of Christ, which is ever-living and life-giving. They are actions of the Holy Spirit at work in his Body, the Church. They are 'the masterworks of God' in the new and everlasting covenant."
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1113 & 1116
Baptism
Infant baptisms are normally scheduled after the 5:00 pm vigil Mass on Saturday at Holy Rosary Church in Hostyn and after the 10:00 am Mass on Sunday at Sts. Peter & Paul Church in Plum. However, other days/times may be discussed and are possible. Contact the Pastor by email or call (979) 247-4442. Also, please complete and submit the "Baptism Information Form" (see below). You will also need to submit a copy of the child's government-issued birth certificate.
Baptism preparation classes are required for both parents and godparents (sponsors) at least once every 5 years. Click here to access the On-Demand Baptism Preparation Class for Parents & Godparents (Sponsors). Upon successful completion, you will receive a Certificate of Completion via return email. Godparents/Sponsors must also complete and submit a "Godparent/Sponsor Certificate of Eligibility Form" (see below).
For adult baptisms, please call (979-247-4441) or email the parish office for more information about the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program.
Request a Baptismal Certificate
Please click on the above link to request a BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE. Please email the Parish Office at hostynch@cvctx.com for any other certificate requests or call (979) 247-4441, ext 2.
A donation of $5.00/certificate is requested to help defray the cost of paper and postage. You may make your $5.00 doantion through the ONLINE GIVING tab, and note 'certificate' in the comments box, or mail your $5.00 donation to Queen of the Holy Rosary Church, ATTN: Sacramental Certificate Request, 936 FM 2436, La Grange, Texas 78945-5523.
Thank you and may God bless you!
Holy Matrimony
Couples must contact the Pastor at least six (6) months prior to the desired wedding date. Please review the parish's Wedding Guidelines below under "Documents" and the link for primary marriage preparation (Engaged Encounter & To Love As God Loves) opportunities in the left hand sidebar.