An outward and physical sign

of an inward spiritual grace".

The Catholic Church teaches that there are seven "Sacraments", these are divided into three categories.

Sacraments of Initiation

- Baptisms - See Baptisms Page

- Holy Communion - please see below for information

- Confirmation -please see below for information

Sacraments of Healing

- Reconciliation (Confession)

please see below for information

- Sacrament of the sick (Anointing)

by request please contact us

Sacraments of Order

- Marriage - See WEDDINGS Page

- Ordination

1st Holy Communion

Children at St Ambrose Barlow make their 1st Holy Communion at ages 7 to 8 (Yr 3) . Other arrangements can be made for children attending non-catholic schools.

In certain cases other arrangements can be made.

Confirmation

Children at St Ambrose Barlow are confirmed at ages 10 to 11 (Yr 6) . Other arrangements can be made for children attending non-catholic schools.

In certain cases other arrangements can be made.

Reconciliation (Confession)

Usually the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is held on Saturdays after 5.30pm Mass.

In Advent and Lent - there is a "Service of Reconciliation" please see the Calendar page for times