Shrine of the Sacred Heart - Washington, DC  

Baptism
Are celebrated once a month during the 10am Sunday Eucharist.
Parents must come to the Parish Office to register the child before the baptism.
There is also a required baptismal orientation class the day before the celebration.
English call Fr. Matthew Palkowski at 234-8000.
French or Creole call Fr. Arsene Jasmin (202) 462-8600.

First Communion
For more information regarding our Sunday School Program,
please contact Monica Arce at (202) 255-2911.

Confirmation
Any youth seeking the Sacrament of Confirmation and not registered
in the school is asked to contact Monica Arce at (202) 255-2911.

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
The process of welcoming new members to the Catholic Church.
It is intended for adults who have never been baptised, or for adults who have
been baptised Christian and now wish to practice the faith in the Catholic tradition.
It is an ongoing process of formation, catechesis and liturgical rites.
Anyone interested should call the Parish Office for an appointment.

Marriage
In order to facilitate marriage preparation, couples seeking to be married in 
the Church are to make arrangements with a priest six months prior to the wedding. 
At least one partner should be a registered and practicing member of the parish.

Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of the Sick is for the spiritual comfort, strength and healing of the ill. 
If there is a need for the sacrament in your family or household,
please contact the Parish Office.