The parish is the center of faith formation for Catholics. Every person in your pews, every Catholic in your parish community…child or adult…is on their own journey toward Christ and a life of discipleship. St. Theresa offers Sacramental Preparation for Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, and OCIA (RCIA). Sacraments are more than just a milestone, they are gifts of divine grace from Jesus. 

The process of sacramental prep requires a commitment of time and energy. It is our goal as a parish that our Sacramental Preparation classes provide a full understanding of the Catholic Faith, accommodates today's student and family needs, and builds the foundation for a life-long relationship with Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 

October is for the Rosary!

“One day, through the Rosary…Our Lady will save the world.”

-St. Dominic


The Catholic Church dedicates the entire month of October to the

Holy Rosary. We also celebrate the feast day of Our Lady of the Rosary on October 7th.


The story of the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary is an interesting one. In the 16th century Pope Pius V was having trouble with the Ottoman Turks, who were a real danger to Christianity. After months of disagreements and bickering, he was able to unite Spain, Venice, and the States of the Church in a naval expedition to fight the Turks.


The two navies met in the Gulf of Lepanto in Greece on October 7, 1571. On the same day, the Rosary Confraternity of Rome was meeting at the Dominican headquarters there. The group recited the Rosary for the special intention of the Christians at battle. The Christians defeated the Turks in a spectacular victory and believed it was the intercessory power of the Blessed Virgin that won the victory. Pope Pius V dedicated the day as one of thanksgiving to Our Lady of Victory. Pope Gregory XIII later changed the name to the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary. The story of the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary focuses on the intercessory power of Mary. It shows that when Christians are in danger, they can go to Mary. Read more here.


The Family that Prays Together, Stays Together

Praying the Rosary as a family is a highly encouraged practice. The prayers are simple and ones most know by the time they are 5 such as, The Our Father, The Glory Be and The Hail Mary.  If they don't know these traditional prayers, the Rosary is a perfect way to teach the prayers.  Those with young children can choose just one Mystery, only one decade (10 beads), to pray for that day of the week. Click here are more tips to help you pray the Rosary at home with your family.


When Parents Pray

There is a prayer parents can pray for their children after each decade: "With this Rosary I bind my children to the Immaculate Heart of Mary for her guidance and protection." Praying the Rosary for your family is a special way to show your love. It strengthens us during tough times and can help calm our anxieties.  Padre Pio taught, "In times of darkness, holding the Rosary is like holding our Blessed Mother's hand" and that she will care for those who pray it daily.


Remember, when the faithful pray the Rosary, miracles happen.


Liturgy for Kids


The Feast of All Saints

"These are the ones who have survived the time of great distress;
they have washed their robes
and made them white in the Blood of the Lamb."

Revelation 7:14


All Saints' Day is celebrated November 1st every year. It is a Holy Day of Obligation, which means, we pause and join together at Mass to celebrate the great things God has done for us through Jesus and the saints. On All Saints' Day we celebrate and honor both famous saints and ordinary people who loved and trusted God. Saints were real people, just like us,  that showed us how to love like Jesus. They were not perfect, but their trust and faith in God helped transform them into holy people.  It is a wonderful day to remember that we too can be saints and do small acts of love in their honor.


To remind us of the selfless and loving ways the saints lived and how we too should live too, we reflect on The Beatitudes. They are:


Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:3)

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. (Matthew 5:4)

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.

(Matthew 5:5)

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

(Matthew 5:6)

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. (Matthew 5:7)

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

(Matthew 5:8)

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

(Matthew 5:9)

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

(Matthew 5:10)


Jesus's sermon on the mount teaches us the true way to happiness!


Interested in First Holy Communion Classes for your child?



Enrollment begins July 2027. Children must be at least 7 years of age, and already baptized to begin the program. For questions about requirements or more information on Holy Communion classes, please contact the Coordinator of Sacramental Preparation, Elizabeth Bucio, at ebucio@sbdiocese.org.  We look forward to having you join us for our Sacramental Prep program. Click the button below for more information. 



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