“Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the church and made sharers in her mission.” (CCC 1213)

Baptism Preparation for Infants 

When parents present their child for Baptism, they are embracing the beautiful responsibility of raising their child in the Catholic faith. As a parish family, we are here to support and encourage you in that journey.

To help parents prepare for this important step, we ask that families be registered parishioners of Holy Family and attend a Baptism preparation class before scheduling their child’s Baptism.

For more information about baptizing your infant or young child, please contact Carol Guthard at 615.373.4696 or [email protected]

Baptism Preparation for Children

Children who have reached catechetical age and have not yet been baptized are prepared through our Religious Education program. Our team works closely with families to help children understand and joyfully receive the Sacrament.

For more information, please contact [email protected]

Adult Baptism (OCIA)

Adults seeking Baptism, as well as those interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, are invited to journey through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). This process offers prayer, learning, community, and spiritual formation as individuals prepare to receive the Sacraments.

To learn more about OCIA, please contact Janis Lovecchio at [email protected]

Baptismal Certificates & Sponsor Letters

If you need a copy of a Baptismal Certificate or require a sponsor letter for Baptism at another parish, please contact Carol Guthard at 615-373-4696. When requesting a sponsor letter, please have the child’s full name available.

“At the Last Supper, on the night he was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic sacrifice of his Body and Blood. This he did in order to perpetuate the sacrifice of the cross throughout the ages until he should come again, and so to entrust to his beloved Spouse, the Church, a memorial of his death and resurrection: a sacrament of love, a sign of unity, a bond of charity, a Paschal banquet ‘in which Christ is consumed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory is given to us. The Eucharist is “the source and summit of the Christian life. The other sacraments, and indeed all ecclesiastical ministries and works of the apostolate, are bound up with the Eucharist and are oriented toward it. For in the blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself, our Pasch.” (CCC 1323-24)

Preparation for First Eucharist:

This is a wonderful and special time for children and their families. Children are prepared through the Religious Education program beginning in 1st grade. Students will receive the First Communion in 2nd grade. Students who have been baptized but missed receiving the Sacrament in 2nd grade may register for a make-up class. Contact [email protected] for more information.

“The Sacrament of Penance or Reconciliation is one of the Sacraments of Healing. It relies upon a sense of ongoing conversion, a desire to repent, and a need to be reconciled with God and the Church. It is called the sacrament of forgiveness since by the priest’s sacramental absolution God grants the penitent ‘pardon and peace.’” (CCC 1424)

First Reconciliation & The Sacrament of Reconciliation

At Holy Family Catholic Church, preparing for First Reconciliation is a beautiful milestone in the life of a child and family. We are honored to partner with parents as children begin to better understand God’s mercy, forgiveness, and unconditional love.

Children enrolled in our Religious Education program begin preparation for First Reconciliation in 1st grade and receive the Sacrament during 2nd grade. Through prayer, learning, and the support of our parish community, we hope each child comes to experience the peace and joy found in God’s grace.

If your child is in need of preparation for First Reconciliation, please contact [email protected] for more information.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a gift of healing and renewal for all Catholics — an opportunity to encounter Christ’s mercy and begin again with a renewed heart.

Confession is offered weekly:

Saturdays from 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Wednesdays from 5:45–6:15 p.m.

Reconciliation takes place in the reconciliation room located to the left of the Baptismal font in the Sanctuary.  Appointments may also be scheduled by calling the church office at 615-373-4696.

In addition, Holy Family offers Parish Reconciliation Services during the seasons of Advent and Lent as a time of communal prayer, reflection, and spiritual preparation.

“For by the sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed.” (CCC 1285)

Confirmation

At Holy Family Catholic Church, the Sacrament of Confirmation is a joyful and meaningful step in a young person’s faith journey. Through Confirmation, individuals are strengthened by the gifts of the Holy Spirit and called to more fully live as disciples of Jesus Christ — sharing their faith through prayer, worship, service, and everyday witness.

Confirmation Preparation for Youth

Students enrolled in our Religious Education program begin preparing for Confirmation in 7th grade and receive the Sacrament at the end of their 8th grade year. Throughout the preparation process, our hope is to help students grow in their relationship with Christ, deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith, and recognize their important role within the life of the Church.

A make-up class is also available for students who may have missed receiving the Sacrament in 8th grade.

For more information about youth Confirmation preparation, please contact [email protected]

Confirmation Preparation for Adults

Adults who have not yet received the Sacrament of Confirmation are warmly invited to continue their faith journey through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).

For more information about Adult Confirmation or OCIA, please contact Janis Lovecchio at [email protected]

The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament.” (CCC 1601)

At Holy Family Catholic Church, we believe marriage is more than a single day or celebration — it is a sacred covenant and lifelong vocation rooted in God’s love. Through the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony, a man and woman are united in Christ and called to reflect His love through faith, commitment, sacrifice, joy, and family life.

We are honored to walk alongside couples as they prepare for this beautiful vocation and begin building a Christ-centered marriage grounded in prayer, worship, service, and the living of the Gospel.

Preparing for Marriage

Marriage preparation at Holy Family is designed to thoughtfully support and strengthen your relationship as you prepare for life together. Through prayer, conversation, reflection, and pre-Cana preparation, couples explore the essential foundations of Catholic marriage — communication, faith, commitment, and the shared call to holiness.

To allow adequate time for spiritual and practical preparation, couples are asked to connect with one of our priests or deacons at least six (6) months before their desired wedding date.

Your wedding day is not only a joyful celebration for you and your families, but also a sacred moment for our parish community.  As a Church family, we rejoice in the witness of your love and the beginning of your life together in Christ.

Planning Your Wedding at Holy Family

To help guide you through both the marriage preparation process and the practical details of your wedding day, we invite you to visit our Wedding Page for additional information, guidelines, and next steps by clicking [HERE]

There you will find:

• Wedding Intake Form
• Wedding Guidelines

We look forward to accompanying you during this joyful season of preparation and celebration.

“Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Christ to his apostles is exercised in the Church until the end of time: thus it is the sacrament of apostolic ministry. It includes three degrees: episcopate, presbyterate, and diaconate.” (CCC 1536)

Vocations: Priesthood & Diaconate

At Holy Family Catholic Church, we believe God continues to call men and women to serve His Church in unique and beautiful ways. A vocation to the priesthood or diaconate is a special calling rooted in prayer, service, compassion, and a desire to help lead others closer to Christ.

As a parish family, we are committed to praying for vocations and encouraging those who may feel called to explore where God is leading them. Discerning a vocation is a journey — one that unfolds through prayer, conversation, and openness to the Holy Spirit.

If you are interested in learning more about the priesthood or diaconate, or would simply like to begin a conversation about vocational discernment, we encourage you to reach out.

For more information, please contact Father Luke Wilgenbusch, Director of Vocations, at            615-783-0782

You may also visit the Nashville Vocations Office website to learn more about vocations within the Diocese of Nashville. Please click [HERE]