What is a Sacrament?

Overview

The word Sacrament comes from the Latin word sacramentum, which means “a sign of the sacred.” The seven sacraments are ceremonies that point to what is sacred and significant for us as Christians. They are special occasions for experiencing God’s saving presence. If you learn more about the sacraments, you can celebrate them more fully.

For more information on any of the sacraments at St. Frances Cabrini Parish, please read below or feel free to speak with our priests before or after Mass. call the Rectory at 718-236-9165, or submit an email inquiry and a member of the parish staff will contact you. Thank you for your interest. Peace and blessings!

Sacraments of Initiation:
Baptism
Confirmation
Holy Eucharist

Sacraments of Healing:
Reconciliation
Anointing of the Sick

Sacraments of Service:
Marriage
Holy Orders

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