Baptisms

The gateway to life in the Spirit

We usually hold baptisms in Redruth church at 3pm on Saturdays and in Camborne church at 4pm on Sundays. Please pick up a form after Mass.

At least one of the child's names must be a Christian (i.e. saint's) name. There must be at least one godparent who is a church-going Catholic over 16. Please collect a form after Sunday Mass.

First Holy Communions & Confessions

Christ's true Body and Blood and his forgiveness of sin

The First Communion and Confession course normally begins in the late autumn when children should be in year 3 or above (7+ years). The sessions are at 3.30pm on Wednesdays in St John's church hall - after school. There are also monthly sessions for parents.

Confirmations

The gift of the Holy Spirit

The course is open to all Catholics aged 12 or over and takes place once every two years. It begins in the autumn. The bishop visits during Eastertide the following year.

Weddings

Sign of Christ's Covenant with His Church

We normally require at least 6 months notice. There is a course of preparation consisting of 5 one hour sessions with the priest. There is no church fee.