Baptism
Welcome your child into the life of Christ and the Catholic Church. Find information about parent preparation, godparent requirements, registration, and scheduling.
Visit the Baptism Page →Celebrating God’s Grace Together
Sacraments & Pastoral Care
The Church accompanies us throughout every season of life—from the waters of Baptism to marriage, Christian initiation, and the prayerful celebration of a loved one’s life. Explore preparation information, registration steps, and parish resources.
Welcome
Walking With You in Faith
Whether your family is preparing for a sacrament, celebrating a vocation, returning to the Church, or seeking comfort during a time of loss, our parish community is here to pray with you, guide you, and help you take the next step.
First Communion
Learn about preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, including program expectations, family participation, and registration.
Visit the First Communion Page →Confirmation
Discover how young people and adults prepare to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit and grow as active disciples within the Catholic Church.
Visit the Confirmation Page →Marriage
Preparing for Catholic marriage is a joyful and meaningful journey. Review the steps for contacting the parish, reserving a date, completing marriage preparation, gathering documents, and planning the wedding liturgy.
Visit the Marriage Page →Becoming Catholic
Adults and children over the age of seven who are seeking Baptism, First Communion, or Confirmation may be invited into the Order of Christian Initiation. We welcome your questions and would be honored to walk with you.
Learn About Becoming Catholic →In Times of Loss
Funeral Planning & Bereavement Care
The death of someone we love can be a difficult and emotional time. The parish is here to pray with your family and help you plan a Catholic funeral liturgy that commends your loved one to God, gives thanks for their life, and offers hope in the Resurrection.
For an immediate funeral need: Please contact the funeral home first. The funeral director will then coordinate the available date and time with the parish office.
Website editor note: Update this process to match your parish’s current funeral scheduling policy.
How Funeral Planning Works
- 1Contact a Funeral Home The funeral director will help your family begin arrangements and communicate with the parish.
- 2Confirm the Church Schedule The funeral home and parish office will coordinate an available date and time for the Funeral Mass.
- 3Plan the Liturgy Your family may be invited to select Scripture readings, music, gift bearers, and family participants.
- 4Receive Parish Support Our clergy and parish community will accompany your family with prayer, pastoral care, and compassion.
Helpful Documents
Forms, Guidelines & Registration
Use the links provided on each sacramental page to review requirements, download forms, register for preparation, and contact the appropriate parish ministry.
Contact the Parish OfficeWe Are Here to Help
Not Sure Where to Begin?
Contact the parish office and a member of our team will help connect you with the correct sacramental coordinator, clergy member, or ministry.
Parish Office
Phone: (973) 772 - 1115
Email: [email protected]
Address: 154 East 1st Street, Clifton, NJ 07011
Office Hours:
Mon & Thurs 10 AM – 1 PM & 4 PM - 7 PM
Tue & Wed 10 AM – 3 PM & 4 PM - 7 PM