Baptism. Children should be baptized within the first few weeks after birth and baptism should take place in one’s proper parish. At Holy Rosary, Baptism usually is celebrated on Sundays at 2:00pm, with prior arrangement. Baptism Preparation classes are held every couple of months. Parishioners may contact the Rector to find out more.

Godparents for the Sacrament of Baptism must be Catholics who have have already received the Sacrament of the Most Holy Eucharist, been confirmed, and lead a life in harmony with the faith and the role to be undertaken. (Code for Canon Law, cc. 874 & 893) To print out a copy of the form, click here.

Eucharist. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the normal way in which adults become active members of the Catholic Church. The goal of the process is full communion which means conscious and active participation in the Eucharist and in the whole life of the Catholic faith community.

The RCIA helps adults to grow in their relationship with God, become familiar with Catholic teachings and practices, get acquainted with people in the parish and get involved in service within the parish or the wider community.

RCIA classes are held from September to May on Tuesdays 7:00-9:00pm in Holy Rosary Hall, 650 Richards Street. Contact the office for information regarding the next group.
 

Confirmation. CONFIRMATION FOR ADULTS
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Vancouver
For practicing Catholics who present the following:
a) certificate of Baptism
b) certificate of First Communion
c) certificate of Marriage, if married

Attendance at the classes of preparation are mandatory. Classes for 2010 will be held on Wednesdays, May 12, 19, 26 and June 2 from 7:00-9:00pm. Confirmation will take place on June 20 at the 9:30am Mass.

To register for this program of preparation, please fill out the registration form found at the back of the Church, at the parish office, or click here.

For information about sponsor eligibility, click here.

For further information, please call the Cathedral office at 604 682-6774.

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Marriages. Weddings usually take place in one’s proper parish. Parishioners of the Cathedral may contact the Cathedral priest of your choice to arrange a wedding.  Usually at least four months are required for preparation. Those under 19 years old must give longer notice and fulfil other special archdiocesan requirements for the marriage of minors. Weddings at the Cathedral are usually on Saturday, at 10:00am, 1:30pm, and 3:00pm. The Cathedral never books weddings by telephone. A personal interview is required. The Church is not definitely booked until all the paperwork is completed. Click on this link for Cathedral guidelines regarding Weddings.