The Sacrament of Baptism is a beautiful initiation into the life of the Spirit, and we can’t wait to welcome you and your child into our faith community. Parents and godparents need to attend a baptism preparation course, which provides valuable insights and guidance as you prepare for this sacred occasion. For more information about baptism or about the baptism preparation course, please contact our parish office. We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with you! 

Contact Us: baptism@bryanstoncatholic.co.za

The sacrament of Reconciliation or Confession is a sacrament provided by Jesus Christ.  John 20:22-23 is Jesus emphasizing one essential aspect of the priestly ministry of the apostles: To Forgive men’s sins in the person of Christ— “Whose sins you forgive, they are forgiven, whose sins you retain are retained.” 

Confession is heard by the priest on Saturdays between 8.30 am and 9.00am and between 4.30pm-5.15pm, and on request.   For urgent reconciliation needs please contact the parish office.

The First Holy Communion of a baptized child is normally celebrated at the age of ten or eleven after the child has done their First Confession (the sacrament of Reconciliation).  Catechism classes are held on Sunday mornings. 

Please contact the parish office for more info.

The sacrament of Confirmation is a Christian rite in which one accepts responsibility for one’s faith and destiny.  This sacrament is usually received as a young adult – around the age of 16 or 17.  The focus is on the Holy Spirit of God, who confirmed the apostles on Pentecost (Acts 2:1–4) and gave them courage to practice their faith. During the Sacrament of Confirmation, Catholics believe that the same Holy Spirit comes down on the confirmed and gives them the same gifts and fruits. 

Confirmation is preceded by catechism instruction which is held on Sunday mornings. 

Please contact the parish office for more info.

Couples wishing to marry must make an appointment to see Fr Joe at least six months before the proposed date of the wedding.  He will outline the documents needed and the details of the marriage preparation course.

The couple are obliged to attend a marriage preparation course, designed to help them reflect on their future marriage relationship and to talk honestly and deeply about their future.  Self identity, roles, expectations of each other in areas of money, sex, friends, children, family, religion and the Church’s beliefs about marriage are some of the topics covered.

After completing the course and submitting all the required documents, the next meeting will deal with more paperwork and the Pre-Nuptial inquiry will be done.  Guidance will be provided for the music, Scripture Readings and the details of the ceremony itself.

Please contact the parish office or email bryanston.resurrection@catholicjhb.org.za

The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament where we receive Christ’s healing touch. We pray for the sick person’s physical, mental, and spiritual healing in the Sacrament. The sacrament of reconciliation and healing is offered during the anointing.