Baptisms
Baptisms at St. Gertrude
In our parish community of St, Gertrude, we celebrate Baptisms (for infants and children up to the age of 6) on the second & fourth Sunday of each month, following the conclusion of our 10:30 am Sunday Mass – except during Lent.
Baptisms require two months notice. Exceptions may apply, so please confirm the availability of your desired date with our rectory office.
Phone Office: (773) 764 3621
Email: stgertrude1420@stgertrudechicago.org
Additional information about baptisms can be found here.
First Communion for children and adults
First Communion for Children
Please note that parishes must provide two years of preparation in order for students to make their First Communion.
Parents of students making their First Communion in May 2026 will also need to fill out additional paperwork available later in the school year and email it to Eloy Escamilla, Pastoral Associate, Religious Education and Youth Ministry, at eescamilla@stgertrudechicago.org.
Please review the calendar and handbook (available here) for for more information.
There is an additional $75 sacramental fee required in addition to the tuition for children making their First Communion.
First Communion for Adults
Adults interested in being making their Communion should contact Eloy Escamilla at eescamilla@stgertrudechicago.org or call the Rectory at 773.764.3621 to find out more about our OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) (formerly called RCIA) program.
Confirmation for teens and adults
Confirmation for Teens
Please note that parishes must provide two years of preparation in order for students to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
To learn more, contact Eloy Escamilla, Pastoral Associate, Religious Education and Youth Ministry, at eescamilla@stgertrudechicago.org or call 773.764.3621.
Are you interested in signing your child/children up for our 2025-2026 Religious Education classes? Registration is now open!
Confirmation for Adults
Adults interested in being baptized should contact Eloy Escamilla at eescamilla@stgertrudechicago.org or call the Rectory at 773.764.3621 to find out more about our OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) (formerly called RCIA) program.
Anointing of the Sick
Anointing of the Sick Information
Please call the Rectory office at 773.764.3621. Please leave a message if no one answers, please know that voice mail is checked regularly!
Who Should Receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick?
According to the Roman ritual, anyone among the faithful “whose health is seriously impaired by sickness or old age” not only may, but should, receive the sacrament. Some examples include:
- A person who is considered in danger of death.
- A person who has a serious disease or medical condition (e.g. cancer, heart disease, mental illness, diabetes). The sacrament may be repeated if the person’s condition becomes more serious.
- A person preparing for surgery, if a serious illness is the reason for the surgery.
- An elderly person if they have become notably weakened by age, even if there is no particular serious illness present.
- A seriously sick child.
Reconciliation at St. Gerts, First Reconciliation
Reconciliation
Reconciliations is offered on Saturday afternoons from 4:15-4:45 pm in Church and is available by appointment by calling the Rectory at 773.764.3621.
Communal Reconciliation is offered twice a year, during Lent and Advent.
First Reconciliation for Children
Please note that parishes must provide two years of preparation in order for students to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
To learn more, contact Eloy Escamilla, Pastoral Associate, Religious Education and Youth Ministry, at eescamilla@stgertrudechicago.org or call 773.764.3621.