Children are generally welcomed to join the community in receiving the Eucharist during their second grade year. Children must have been enrolled in a religious education program for at least one year before the year in which they wish to receive the Eucharist for the first time. If a child has completed second grade and has not as yet made his/her first Eucharist, the parents should contact the Director of Religious Education to make the appropriate arrangements.
The sacrament of Reconciliation is offered in the church every Saturday from 4:00 - 4:45 pm. If it is not possible for an individual to come at that time, he or she should feel free to call one of the priests to arrange a time that would be mutually convenient.
Engaged couples planning to be married at St. Paul should contact one of the priests or deacons at least six months in advance, but should be aware that many couples do so at least a year in advance of their preferred date. Definite plans for a particular date should not be made until after meeting with one of the priests or deacons.
Any young man interested in the priesthood or any young person interested in the religious life is encouraged to contact one of their priests or to contact the Archdiocesan Vocation Office www.stlvocations.org 314-792-6460. All Catholics are called to pray for an increase in religious vocations.