For sacramental preparation, call the Parish Office, 641-472-3179.

Baptism-At St. Mary's we do our baptismal preparations 3 or 4 times a year or as needed by our parishioners. Orange pamphlets with requirements for baptismal preparation are found in the back of church or call the parish office for more details.

Reconciliation-is first celebrated in second grade before the children receive holy communion. Father hears confessions every Saturday at 4pm.until heard, or by appointment.

First Communion-is celebrated in second grade. Classes are held during regular Sunday School class time and on Wednesday evening.. The celebration of the children's first holy communion is done in the spring.

Confirmation-is celebrated every few years by high school students

Matrimony-Weddings are to be arranged at least __ months before the proposed wedding date.

Annointing of the Sick-done by appointment with the priest. Please contact the parish office or the rectory for Holy Communion for the sick or homebound.