EXPERIENCE THE SACRAMENTAL LIFE OF THE CHURCH

     A sacrament is a sacred and visible sign that is instituted by Jesus to give us grace. Christ is present every time each sacrament is celebrated. The Catholic Church has all of the seven sacraments instituted by Christ, which include Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony. St. Elizabeth Seton Parish offers sacramental preparation for all ages. For adults who wish to become Catholic, we invite you to participate in the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) program. 


Experience a positive difference in your life and family at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish

by encountering Jesus through the sacraments.

  • Baptism

    The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated twice monthly on Sundays at 1:00 p.m. First time parents must attend a Baptismal Preparation Class prior to Baptism. The one night seminar focuses on a parent's role in his/her child's faith development and is mandatory. Baptisms are limited to six children per Sunday. Please call the Parish Office at 708-403-0101 to register your child or for more information.


  • Reconciliation

    We encourage the frequent reception of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, at least once every 1-2 months. It may always be scheduled by appointment with one of our priests if desired, and we are happy to guide you through it if it has been a long time!


    Click HERE for a guide to preparing for the sacrament.


    Saturday Reconciliation

    The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered on Saturday afternoons beginning at 4:00pm in the Reconciliation Room of the church.


    Parish Reconciliation Service

    During the Advent and Lenten Season, St. Elizabeth Seton offers the opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation as a parish at a special Parish Reconciliation Service.

  • Holy Matrimony

    Check out our Weddings page for more information.

  • Anointing of the sick

    An Anointing of the Sick service is normally offered each Monday morning after the 9am Mass. Parishioners who are ill, or who will be entering the hospital are asked to call the parish office with special requests. For those who are ill or facing hospitalization, it is appropriate to receive the sacrament once every six months. 



    Emergency Requests for the Sacrament of the Sick

    Emergency requests for the Sacrament of the Sick should be made by calling the Parish office at 708-403-0101. 



    Prayers for the Sick and Deceased

    Parishioners who are hospitalized or ill, or a member of the infirm parishioner's family, may call to request inclusion on the prayer list. In addition, a family member may request a recently deceased loved one's name be added to the prayer list. Please call the Parish office at 708-403-0101.



    In the Hospital?

    Because of HIPAA Privacy regulations, hospitals can no longer contact the parish regarding your hospitalization. It is the responsibility of you or a family member to notify our parish. We desire to offer whatever spiritual support we can. Please call the parish office at 708-403-0101.

  • Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)

    The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA), is a process by which participants are joined to Christ’s death, burial and resurrection through the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. It is a process for adults who have never been baptized. However, those who have been baptized into other Christian denominations or Catholics who were baptized but have not received Eucharist or Confirmation may join the process. Participants reflect on Scripture and the Tradition and Doctrines of the Catholic Church at weekly gatherings. Please call the parish office for more information at 708-403-0101.

  • First Holy Communion

    The Eucharist is one of the Sacraments of Initiation (along with Baptism and Confirmation). For information on enrolling your child in our Religious Education Program please contact our Director of Religious Education at 708-403-0137 at barracca@steseton.com. For information on RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults, please call the parish office at 708-403-0101.


  • Confirmation

    The Sacrament of Confirmation is a Sacrament of Initiation (along with Baptism and Holy Communion). For information on enrolling your child in the Religious Education Program please contact our Director of Religious Education at 708-403-0137 or at barracca@steseton.com. For information on RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults, please call the parish office at 708-403-0101.

  • Holy Orders

    Are you a man discerning a vocation to the priesthood or the diaconate? Our priests and deacons are happy to share the joys of these amazing vocations with you, and what the steps of discernment look like. Reach out to us to learn more!


    You may also email Fr. Tim Monahan, Vocations Director of the Archdiocese of Chicago at tmonahan@archchicago.org.


    Check out the Archdiocesan resources for vocational discernment: