"Among several Spanish speaking countries and among many Hispanics in the United States there is the custom of celebrating the passage from childhood to adolescence with a ritual that expresses thanksgiving to God for the gift of life and that asks for a blessing from God for the years ahead. This may be done within Mass by use of the rites of blessing... or by a blessing outside Mass." (Order for the Blessing on the Fifteenth Birthday)
VERY IMPORTANT
*The Quinceañera / Sweet Sixteen and her parents (at least one parent or legal guardian) must contact the rectory at least 6 months before the anticipated day and request an interview with one of the parish priests. We may not be able to accommodate your date of request if you contact us after.
Requirements for the young lady…
- She must be a practicing Catholic – i.e., attends Mass every Sunday
- Must provide proof of Baptism, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation
- Must be interviewed by one of the parish priests well before the ceremony
Dates & Times for Quinceanera / Sweet Sixteen ceremonies
1. Special Masses / Ceremonies are scheduled on most Saturdays throughout the year between 1 pm to 3 pm. For the standard offering for the Mass please call the rectory office. The requested donation does not include decorations or flowers. If you request a mass, be sure to select a lector for the first reading (must be a practicing Catholic), a petitioner, and two gift bearers. If you request a ceremony, only a lector and petitioner are needed.