Blessed Sacrament Parish
Amherstview, Ontario

Saint Linus
Bath, Ontario

Saint Bartholomew
Amherst Island, Ontario
Sacraments

Baptism (Children and Adults)

Children usually are baptized soon after birth. Please call the Parish office to begin preparations for this Sacrament. Adults are usually initiated into the life of the Church after a period of preparation and instruction. This process begins with a conversation with the Parish Priest. If you or someone you know would like information about becoming a Catholic, call us at the Parish office at 613-389-2009.

Communion

    First Communion:

    If your child is in grade 2 or above, baptized Roman Catholic and would like to receive their First Communion/Confession, registration forms are now available on our website, through the school and at the church entrance. First Communion will take place Sunday, April 27th, 2025 at 11:00 am (tentative).

    FIRST COMMUNION PREPARATION CLASSES (Each candidate and parent must attend all the sessions):

    • Dates: February 9th, February 23rd, March 23rd, April 6th and April 13th.

    • Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am after Sunday Mass.

    • Venue: Blessed Sacrament Parish hall.

    • Cost: $25 (includes workbook).

    FIRST RECONCILIATION AND PRACTICE: April 25th at 6:00 pm at Blessed Sacrament Church. Still accepting registrations.

Holy Communion for the Sick and Shut-ins:

Holy Communion is taken regularly to those who are sick and shut-in. Contact the Parish office if this service is needed. In case of immediate emergency, call the Parish at 613-389-2009. If no one is in, leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Confession / Sacrament of Reconciliation

Confessions are heard in the Church on the First Saturday of the month from 9:00 - 9:25 am and each Saturday from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm and at any time by appointment. Special parish penance celebrations are held during the Advent and Lenten seasons.

Confirmation

If your child is in grade 7 or above, baptized Roman Catholic and would like to receive their Confirmation, registration forms will be available soon. Confirmation will be held on Sunday, May 18th, 2025 at 11:00 am (tentative).

CONFIRMATION PREPARATION CLASSES:

  • Dates: Sundays January 26th, February 16th, March 16th, March 30th, May 4th and May 11th.

  • Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

  • Venue: Blessed Sacrament Parish Hall.

  • Cost: $35 (includes workbook and Confirmation stole).

CONFESSIONS AND PRACTICE: Friday, May 16th at 6:00 pm at Blessed Sacrament Church.Still accepting registrations.

Funerals

Please contact the Parish office (613-389-2009) to arrange a funeral.

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    Funeral Luncheons

    Funeral luncheons are provided by the Catholic Women's League on request, at a cost of $15.00 per person. Contact the parish office at 613-389-2009. There is no charge for a funeral luncheon if the deceased is a member of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Women's League.

Matrimony

Please call the Parish Office (613-389-2009) to begin making arrangements at least six months prior to your anticipated marriage date. It would be helpful if you would prepare your personal documentation ahead of time (e.g., Baptismal certificates, personal identification, other significant documents).

RCIA – Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Becoming a Catholic involves an ongoing process of preparation. If you would like more information, please call 613-389-2009.

Emergencies

In case of an immediate emergency, call the Parish Office (613-389-2009). If no one is in, leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible.