In order to have a child baptized at St. William, parents need to be registered members of St. William and attend the Baptism Preparation Class. Please contact the pastor to schedule.
Baptismal preparation can be found HERE.
Requirements for Baptism:
The paperwork you need:
Children preparing for First Communion must have two years of active participation in the religious education program (grades 1 and 2) or have attended Catholic school, or an approved Catholic Home School Program. First sacraments are celebrated in the 2nd grade. Families with children older than second grade who would like their children prepared for these sacraments should contact the Director of Religious Education.
Students preparing for Confirmation are required to have two years of active participation in the religious education program (grades 8 and 9) or have attended a Catholic School or an approved Catholic Home School Program. Confirmation I occurs during a student’s eighth-grade year with the Theology of the Body curriculum, a chastity education program mandated by the Diocese of Birmingham as a part of the Confirmation preparation process. A process of discernment takes place during Confirmation II, during the student’s ninth-grade year, with Confirmation usually scheduled in the spring of that year.
Engaged couples desiring to be married at St. William should contact the pastor at least six months prior to the anticipated wedding date. It is recommended that couples make contact with the parish at the very beginning of their engagement to ensure an orderly and reflective preparation process. Preparation will involve three areas: documents, spiritual formation, and preparation for the ceremony.
Are you ready? Click HERE to find out.
Diocesan Marriage Policy
Birmingham Catholic Engaged Encounter
David and Kathleen Lavallee, Local Coordinators
256-690-2727
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Barney and Kathy Bellard
205-530-3607
Marriage Prep Video Series
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
The Quince Años celebration is a renewal of baptismal promises and a moment of giving thanks to God for the gift of life, family, and faith. A special blessing will be offered during a weekend Mass for the intended. Please contact the church office to schedule. The USCCB acknowledges this celebration and provides good information on its website.