For children who are 0 to 6 years old. Ceremonies are in Spanish only, every Saturday at 2:15 p.m. throughout the year with the exception of most holidays. Please reserve the intended date three months or more in advance.
Parents, please consider the following requirements before visiting the church office:
If two people are chosen for godparents, they must be male and female.
If a couple are chosen as godparents, they must be married through the Catholic Church.
If more than two godparents are chosen, only one male name and one female name will be recorded.
If one person is chosen a godparent, he/she is asked to be a practicing Catholic and have already received the Holy Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation. Should not be in a cohabiting relationship, More information about cohabitation here.
Documentation and contribution:
Child's original birth certificate and a copy
Mother and father's photo identification and a copy of each
A donation is requested of a minimum of $40 per child
Copies of each godparent's Driver's License, State ID, Consulate Matriculation or Passport
Godparents' marriage information: Church name, city and state and date of marriage.
Godparent's responsibilities:
Provide the child's parents a copy of identification: Driver's License, State ID, Consulate Matriculation or Passport
If applicable, provide the child's parents information of marriage: name, city and state of church and date of marriage.
Communicate to child's parents: your current marital or single status and standing as a practicing Catholic.
Notes: Preparation for Baptism classes are not required, but parents and godparents are highly encouraged to attend at another roman catholic church. A Baptism in English may be requested if necessary. Call the church office for availability.
Children who are 7 to 15 years old and have not been baptized please see requirements here.
Thank you for your interest in receiving the Grace of Holy Matrimony at our beautiful church of San Francisco de Asís.
Marriage information is provided by the priest during an in-person appointment, with bride and groom present. This appointment must be scheduled 6 months prior to the wedding date. Appointments are available on Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please call (312) 226-7575 or stop by the administrative office located adjacent to the church. We can accommodate couples who are unavailable on a Wednesday. Bride and groom, please bring your Baptismal Certificates.
Although rehearsals for the ceremony are not a requirement, they may be scheduled for weekdays only, at the latest 5:30 p.m. Please call to reserve the church.
Wedding ceremonies are offered in English and Spanish, and take place on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m., with approval. Weekday ceremonies are according to the priest's availability and approval. A stipend for our church $350 for the ceremonial mass and administrative expenses. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required for reservation. There is an additional stipend for the liturgical music. If interested in hiring our organist, Veronica Leyva, please reach her at (312) 919-5168 or Email: [email protected]. Photographers and videographers are also welcome, during the ceremony.
Reconciliation (Confession)
During the Sunday Masses: 8 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:15 p.m. y 6 p.m. Saturdays: (From May to September 9, 2023 please call for appointment) Monday thru Thursday: call the church office a day in advance to arrange an appointment. Fridays: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Examination of Concience: A guide to Confesion here.
Annointing of the Sick
Call the church office: (312) 226-7575
Holy Orders
Have you been called? Reach the church office and ask to speak to one of the priests. Want to learn more about the Institute of the Incarnate Word? Click here: ive.org/home/
CEREMONIES
Quinceañeras (Cotilions)
Thank you for your interest in celebrating the Quinceañera at our beautiful church of San Francisco de Asís.
It is a requirement to have previously received the following Holy Sacraments: Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation. If the Sacrament of Confirmation has yet to be received, parents must enroll the girl into a Religious Education Program and present their certificate of completion.
Please reserve in-person at least one month prior to the desired date. Celebrations are held Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. with approval, and weekdays according to the priest's availability and approval. A stipend for our church is a $350 fee. If unable to pay in-full, a $100 non-refundable deposit is required for reservation. There is an additional fee for the liturgical music. If interested in hiring our organist, Veronica Leyva, please reach her at (312) 919-5168 or Email: [email protected]. Floral decorations are welcome. Photographers and videographers are also welcome, during the ceremony.
Wedding Anniversaries
Call the church office for more information. Reach the office three months or more in advance to make the arrangements.
Memorial Masses
Privately celebrated in memory of a deceased loved one. Call the church office for more information. Reach the office three months or more in advance to make the arrangements.
Funerals
Contact the desired funeral home. Services of the church are offered through the funeral home. The church service fee is $250. There is an additional fee of $100 for the liturgical music.