Sacraments

Sacraments are visible, tangible signs given to us by Our Lord, Jesus Christ which give an invisible reality, the life of God within us - God's Grace. The Catholic Church recognizes seven (7) Sacraments.  When we receive these sacraments, we are welcomed into God's family, and strengthened by the Holy Spirit to live as followers of Christ.  

Most of our children probably received the Sacrament of Baptism as newborns or young children.  A copy of your child's Certificate of Baptism from the parish at which they were Baptized must be on file in the PREP Office for all faith formation participants.  

If your child has not yet been Baptized, please contact the Parish Office (215) 257-2128 to schedule your child's Baptism.             

FIRST SACRAMENTS

St. Agnes Parish typically celebrates the Sacraments of First Penance and First Holy Communion for registered parish children in Level 3, who have been Baptized prior to the age of seven, and who have completed the recommended faith-formation and preparation.  

CONFIRMATION

Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 4 PM Mass

St. Agnes Parish typically celebrates the Sacrament of Confirmation for registered parish children in Grade Level 7, who have been Baptized prior to the age of seven, and who have completed the recommended faith-formation and preparation.  The date of Confirmation is determined by the schedule of the Bishops of Philadelphia, and at St. Agnes Parish this usually occurs in the spring.  A meeting to review expectations and requirements will be held for parents, candidates and sponsors will be scheduled for Fall 2025.