BAPTISM
INFANT & OLDER CHILD BAPTISM (birth to 17 years)
Please complete the fillable Registration for Baptism Form, and attach a copy of the child’s birth certificate.
If you reside outside of St. Anthony’s parish boundaries, please obtain a letter from your parish priest confirming that your child may be baptized at St. Anthony’s.
Baptism Preparation Course
New parents or those who have not celebrated Baptism within the last three years are asked to attend a Baptism Preparation class at St. Patrick’s Church, 1414 Shawnessy Blvd SW, Calgary, on one Saturday of the month from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Godparents are encouraged to attend.
Godparent Requirement Guidelines
Only one godparent is required, however, if you choose two, it must be one male and one female.
One Godparent must be a practicing Catholic who has celebrated the Sacraments of Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation in the Catholic Church. A copy of the godparents’ Confirmation Certificate should be provided with the Request of Baptism form. The Church where Confirmation was received can usually provide a copy on request. If the godparent cannot provide a Confirmation Certificate, they may provide a copy of their Baptism Certificate along with a completed Affidavit Catholic Baptism Form
If choosing a second godparent, they may also be Catholic or a validly baptized Christian (this person is considered a “Christian Witness”). A copy of the Baptism Certificate is required.
A godparent must be at least 16 years old.
Celebration of Baptism
Baptisms are generally scheduled on the 1st Saturday of the month at 11:45am and the 4th Saturday of the month at 11:00am.
Scheduling your Child’s Baptism
Please email a Registration for Baptism Form, together with a copy of the child’s birth certificate, a letter from your parish priest (if required), and all godparents’ sacramental documentation, to sacraments@stanthonysyyc.ca. Once we receive your completed Baptism Request package you will be contacted to schedule an appointment to meet the priest, your Baptism Preparation (if required), and your Baptism Celebration.
FIRST EUCHARIST
For Children in grades 2 and up:
To register, please complete the Request for First Eucharist fillable form and email it together with a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate to sacraments@stanthonysyyc.ca. Applications will be accepted until October 4, 2024.
First Eucharist Preparation 2024/2025: Our First Eucharist Preparation Program will begin with the Parent Gathering October 27, 2024 and conclude with the celebration of First Eucharist on May 4, 2025 at our 10:30am Mass.
Parent Gatherings: Thursdays, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
October 24, 2024 January 30, 2025,
Family Gatherings: Sundays, 8:45am – 10:15 am
October 27, 2024 February 9, 2025
November 3, 2024 February 23, 2025
November 10, 2024 March 2, 2025
November 17, 2024 March 9, 2025
November 24, 2024 March 16, 2025
December 1, 2024 April 6, 2025
Retreats: Saturdays, 1-4pm
December 7 Celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation
May 3, 2025
Celebration of First Eucharist:
Sunday, May 4, 2025, 10:30am Mass
CONFIRMATION
St. Anthony’s Parish offers confirmation preparation every two years for children in grades 6 and up.
Confirmation Preparation 2024/2025: Our Confirmation Preparation Program will begin with the Family Information Night October 21, 2024 and conclude with the celebration of Confirmation during the 2025 Easter Season.
To register please complete the Request for Confirmation Fillable Form and email it together with a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate to sacraments@stanthonysyyc.ca. Applications will be accepted until October 4, 2024.
Candidates are also required to submit the Confirmation Sponsor Certificate prior to completing the preparation classes.
Family Information Session: Monday, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
October 21, 2024
Family Gatherings: Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
November 4, 2024
November 25, 2024
December 9, 2024
January 13, 2025
February 10, 2025
February 24, 2025
March 10, 2025
April 7, 2025
Retreat: Saturday, 1-4pm
Date to be confirmed
Celebration of Confirmation:
Date to be confirmed
RCIA - RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS
Our 2024/2025 RCIA program will begin on September 14 and conclude with the celebration of the Easter Vigil April 19, 2025. To register, please complete the Request for RCIA fillable form.
Email sacraments@stanthonysyyc.ca, or call the parish office at 403-252-1137 extension 222.
FUNERALS and ANNOINTING OF THE SICK
Call our parish priest at 587-349-9615 or Email pastor@stanthonysyyc.ca at any time to arrange.
The Diocese of Calgary also has a Priest Emergency Paging hotline at 403 231 9505 for those in need of Anointing of the Sick, Reconciliation, or Viaticum in an emergency medical situation.
Information on funerals & cremation:
- Cremation and Funeral Liturgies
- Catholics and Cremation
- Catholic Funerals and Eulogies, the Pall and the Flag
- Does the Catholic Church Allow Cremation?
Planning a funeral Mass:
WEDDINGS
Please meet with your parish priest at least 6 months in advance of your planned date. After you have met with your parish priest please have him forward the initial interview forms along with his letter of permission to secretary@stanthonysyyc.ca and we will confirm your wedding date.
Planning your wedding ceremony:
Please review our Marriage Matters brochure to assist you with your planning.
Catholic Diocese – Catholic Weddings guidelines for Music Minister
Select Readings for a Wedding Mass:
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION or PASTORAL CONSULTATION
Please email our pastor at pastor@stanthonysyyc.ca to arrange.