Reconciliation
In Athens: Christ the King: Saturdays 10:00 a.m.
In Pomeroy: Sacred Heart: Saturdays 3:30 p.m.; Sundays 8:30 a.m.
Confessions are heard anytime by request or appointment.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Christ the King: Fridays 11:00 a.m.-Noon in the Church
Sacred Heart: Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in the Church
Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Sacred Heart - Pomeroy: After the 8:30 a.m. First Friday Mass
Baptism
Contact Nancy Sand (nsand@athenscatholic.org or 740-592-2711) to schedule a pre-baptism class and date. See our Baptism Information page here.
First Sacraments
First Reconciliation and First Communion preparations occur during the regular weekly, Sunday 11:00 a.m. scheduled Religious Education Program. Children typically receive these Sacraments during their 2nd grade year. To schedule First Sacrament preparations for children older than third grade, contact the Parish Office.
Confirmation
Confirmation in the Diocese of Steubenville is conferred in the 5th grade year. The fifth-grade curriculum focus is the Seven Sacraments with emphasis placed on the Sacrament of Confirmation. For more information about Confirmation prep, contact the parish office. To schedule Confirmation preparation for students who are sixth grade and up, contact the parish office.
Marriage
Arrangements must be made at least six months in advance. Contact the Parish Office (740-592-2711) to reserve a date. Review our Wedding Information page here.
Care for the Sick or Homebound
Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament of healing. Anyone can request the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the sacrament is not reserved only for the dying. Anyone of the faithful who experiences illness or the need for surgery can request to be anointed. Call the Parish Office (740-592-2711) to set up visitation to receive the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.
If you or a family member are homebound, in a care facility, or in the hospital and would like to receive communion, please contact the office to be included in Communion calls. If you would like a visit from a priest, please call the office to schedule a visit.
Prayer Network
Please e-mail or call Wendy (wserbonich@athenscatholic.org or 740-592-2711) to place a prayer request on the prayer line or to join in the prayers for those in need. You can also submit them on our website by clicking here.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
For those interested in becoming Catholic and receiving the sacraments of initiation, please contact Nancy Sand (nsand@athenscatholic.org) for more information.